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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 15-17.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which legendary captain is the topic of a lecture delivered by Slocum?
(a) Bligh.
(b) Cook.
(c) Vasquez.
(d) Magellan.

2. The celebration was planned in whose honor?
(a) Princess.
(b) Queen.
(c) King.
(d) Slocum.

3. How did Slocum feel when he was introduced by the admirer?
(a) Embarrassed.
(b) Angry.
(c) Foolish.
(d) Proud.

4. What was the name of Slocum's old adversary?
(a) Defoe.
(b) De Mello.
(c) Van Sant.
(d) Van Pelt.

5. What type of celebration did Slocum attend?
(a) Jubilee.
(b) Coronation.
(c) Christmas party.
(d) Wake.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which of the following occupations does not apply to Slocum's new admirer?

2. On the first leg of the trip, Slocum sailed from Boston to which of the following locations?

3. Who attempted to calm the people about Slocum's presence?

4. Which ocean was Slocum prepared to traverse at this point?

5. According to a quote on page 221, Slocum refers to the islanders as being as _______ as possible.

(see the answer key)

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