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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. According to a quote on page 221, Slocum refers to the islanders as being as _______ as possible.
(a) Beatific.
(b) Charming.
(c) Sinless.
(d) Loathesome.

2. At which port did Slocum receive a warm welcome and special visit?
(a) Johannesburg.
(b) Horta.
(c) Apia.
(d) Cordelia.

3. What group of islands was next on Slocum's route?
(a) Marquesas.
(b) Keys.
(c) Mariana.
(d) Canary.

4. After leaving the island, Slocum directed the Spray to which area?
(a) East Asia.
(b) West Indies.
(c) Southern Cross.
(d) Northern Star.

5. Slocum also taught the islanders about which of the following:
(a) Communism.
(b) Capitalism.
(c) Socialism.
(d) Judaism.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which of the following is not one of the islands described by Slocum at this part in the journey?

2. On what date did the Spray reach Port Denison?

3. Slocum was happy to meet another American who worked as a ______.

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

5. How long did Slocum stay at St. Kilda?

Short Essay Questions

1. In chapter 12, the author talks about spending a lot of time in various ports. Discuss the stops and how they relate to Slocum's long stretches of time spent on the sea.

2. While on Samoa, Slocum played host to a number of people. List at least one of the instances.

3. How does capitalism become involved in the story?

4. The Spray's next port was on the island of Rodriguez. Explain the expectation of Slocum's arrival.

5. What was the most fascinating thing about the island in Slocum's eyes?

6. What did Slocum do while out on the ocean for such long stretches of time?

7. Aside from the King, Slocum met other people from royal families. Discuss the meeting with Mr. A. Young.

8. What was the common procedure when a ship arrived on Mauritius?

9. Who is King Malietoa? What is unusual about the King? Why did Slocum offer payment to the King?

10. Examine Slocum's first interaction with the children of the island.

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