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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. By this time, Slocum was celebrating which major holiday?

2. What item did savages steal from Slocum?

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

4. What was the name of the boat that wrecked shortly before Slocum's arrival?

5. What is a williwaw?

Short Essay Questions

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

2. Discuss Slocum's trip to Juan Fernandez.

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

4. What is Joshua Slocum's relationship with his father? How is John Slocum described?

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

6. 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?

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

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

9. Examine Slocum's next encounter with savages.

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

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Slocum had to be very conscientious when it came to supplies for the ship. Create a list of supplies for the journey. Include the use of each item and how long it would last. Examine Slocum's plan for obtaining more supplies. Where did Slocum obtain more supplies? What if Slocum ran out of supplies while out at sea? What supplies were most vital? How did Slocum know where to get supplies and how much they would cost? Explain.

Essay Topic 2

Slocum's visits to various ports turned out to be valuable learning experiences for all concerned. Discuss the learning experiences between Slocum and the islanders. What did the islanders teach Slocum? What was the most unusual skill? What was the most practical or valuable? What skills did Slocum teach to the natives? What other items did Slocum introduce to the natives? How do you think the experiences changed each? Explain.

Essay Topic 3

Write a short story about traveling alone around the world. You may choose any time person or manner of transportation. Include as many details as possible including the reason for the journey, the process, the voyage, and the outcome.

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