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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. The man was which type of captain?
(a) Coast Guard.
(b) Navy.
(c) Football.
(d) Whaling.

2. What gift did Slocum receive from Foy?
(a) Sextant.
(b) Sails.
(c) Food supplies.
(d) Coins.

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

4. How much would it have cost Slocum to join the union to work at the shipyard?
(a) $50.
(b) $25.
(c) $60.
(d) $40.

5. What is bacalhao?
(a) Shoe.
(b) Fish.
(c) Mast.
(d) Knife.

Short Answer Questions

1. The author states that the Pacific is more ______ than any other ocean.

2. One of the most interesting landmarks described by Slocum at this point was a place known as Dismal ____ Reach.

3. What was the name of the residence of that particular guest?

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

5. The man routinely preached about ______.

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