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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 of the following is not an adjective used by Slocum to describe his people?
(a) Stubborn.
(b) Robust.
(c) Hearty.
(d) Strong.

2. What adjective best describes the Brits' attitude toward Slocum?
(a) Cordial.
(b) Rude.
(c) Cold.
(d) Exhuberant.

3. Which of the following is not one of the islands described by Slocum at this part in the journey?
(a) Easter.
(b) Booby.
(c) Sunday.
(d) Home.

4. Once again Slocum was chased by savages. This time they were on the water in ___ canoes.
(a) 2.
(b) 3.
(c) 6.
(d) 5.

5. On the first leg of the trip, Slocum sailed from Boston to which of the following locations?
(a) Cape Horn.
(b) Sydney.
(c) Liverpool.
(d) Gibraltar.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which is not listed as being one of the authors read by Slocum?

2. Slocum docked in which port?

3. What was the name of the nearby town?

4. What type of crew member did Slocum get just before sailing onward?

5. How many wise men approached Slocum hoping to learn that the world was really flat?

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