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This test consists of 15 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Slocum says that he had _____ to keep him company.
(a) Bible.
(b) Dolphins.
(c) Coral reefs.
(d) Birds.

2. Slocum managed to make money off of which sea creature?
(a) Dolphins.
(b) Tuna.
(c) Sharks.
(d) Whales.

3. The king was often referred to as the King of ______.
(a) Peace.
(b) Cannibals.
(c) The Great Spirit.
(d) Sharks.

4. Slocum had a difficult time adapting to the customs of which island?
(a) Samoa.
(b) Guam.
(c) Marquesas.
(d) Peleliu.

5. While on Keeling Cocos, Slocum took the time to do what to the Spray?
(a) Paint.
(b) Reorganize.
(c) Repair.
(d) Overhaul.

6. What was the name of the king Slocum met while in Apia?
(a) Malietoa.
(b) Kempegowda.
(c) Tamatoa.
(d) Hoa Lu.

7. Slocum was happy to meet another American who worked as a ______.
(a) Salvage wrecker.
(b) Harbor master.
(c) Fishing boat guide.
(d) Pearl diver.

8. All visitors to _____ are required to be examined by a doctor.
(a) Java.
(b) Mauritius.
(c) Tarawa.
(d) St. Thomas.

9. What was the name of the nearby town?
(a) Lancaster.
(b) Bombay.
(c) Perth.
(d) Bowen.

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

11. What is the name of the king's daughter?
(a) Faamu-Sami.
(b) Manuela.
(c) Philippina.
(d) Tara-Vina.

12. What treat did Slocum share with the island children?
(a) Cake.
(b) Sourballs.
(c) Gum.
(d) Blackberry jam.

13. What was the first name of the late princess?
(a) Susan.
(b) Beatrix.
(c) Margaret.
(d) Anne.

14. Slocum was asked to pay respects from the king to which publication?
(a) Missionary Review.
(b) Life.
(c) Atlantic Monthly.
(d) Island Traveler.

15. What word did Slocum use to describe Keeling Cocos?
(a) Blissful.
(b) Wretched.
(c) Impoverished.
(d) Paradise.

Short Answer Questions

1. What common item was the real cause of the rain?

2. How long did Slocum stay in that particular port?

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

4. How long had it been since the king had lived up to his title?

5. How many head teachers were greeted by Slocum?

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