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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. One of the most interesting landmarks described by Slocum at this point was a place known as Dismal ____ Reach.
(a) Island.
(b) Famine.
(c) Woman.
(d) Carcass.

2. What group of islands did Slocum reach in July?
(a) Canary.
(b) Hawaiian.
(c) Mariana.
(d) Azores.

3. In what year did Slocum buy the boat from the captain?
(a) 1888.
(b) 1892.
(c) 1879.
(d) 1882.

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

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

Short Answer Questions

1. Which of the following began to become an issue for Slocum?

2. Eventually, Slocum managed to right his course and navigate through which Channel?

3. After leaving Port Tamar, Slocum guided the Spray to which location?

4. Slocum referred to which famous Pilgrim?

5. Which was not one of Slocum's boats?

Short Essay Questions

1. Although the townspeople were amused by Slocum's ambitions, the author saw a different side of the boat. What plans did Slocum have for the Spray?

2. Name at least one of the options being considered by Slocum while he was in Boston.

3. Chapter 1 begins with Slocum in Nova Scotia. How is the Canadian province described?

4. Examine Slocum's next encounter with savages.

5. Who greeted Slocum at Snug Bay? What happened?

6. Many people were concerned about Slocum's inexperience on the open sea. Explain the point of view of the people and Slocum's attitude.

7. How does Joshua Slocum describe the people of Nova Scotia?

8. After leaving Port Tamar, Slocum encountered more issues with the weather. Explain the issues and Slocum's decision on how to move forward.

9. Discuss some of the issues encountered by Slocum after leaving Buenos Aires.

10. Discuss Slocum's trip to Juan Fernandez.

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