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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 18-21.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Slocum also comments on a natural phenomenon known as a:
(a) Gator nose.
(b) Dog ear.
(c) Pig foot.
(d) Cat's paw.

2. What was the surname of the Transvaal president?
(a) Kilborn.
(b) Klinger.
(c) Kinder.
(d) Kruger.

3. What was the name of the residence of that particular guest?
(a) Valmont.
(b) Valhalla.
(c) Vinca.
(d) Vailima.

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

5. Which was not one of Slocum's boats?
(a) Liberdale.
(b) Southern Cross.
(c) Aquineck.
(d) Northern Light.

Short Answer Questions

1. Slocum recalls receiving a warm welcome when he arrived at which location?

2. The Queen on Thursday Island was celebrating her 22nd ____ Jubilee.

3. In what city did the captain live?

4. How long had the boat been sitting in the captain's yard?

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

(see the answer key)

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