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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. In what year did Slocum leave for his trip around the world?

2. In what year did Slocum buy the boat from the captain?

3. What gift did the captain present to Slocum?

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

5. On what date did Slocum leave Port Tamar?

Short Essay Questions

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

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

3. Who is Ebenezer Pierce? How did the man affect Slocum's future?

4. Describe Slocum's meeting with Capt. Howard and the subsequent trip to Buenos Aires.

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

6. Discuss Slocum's trip to Juan Fernandez.

7. 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?

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. Detail Slocum's first encounter with thieves and bandits. Discuss how the author outwitted a pirate.

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

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Slocum was incredibly ambitious. It was especially apparent when he announced that he would sail around the world. Explain the process by which Slocum would achieve his goal. What kind of permission did Slocum have to have in order to traverse international waters? What type of relationship did Slocum have with various dignitaries, heads of state, royalty, and other leaders? How was Slocum's plan received by the government? Also explain the necessary steps Slocum had to take and what documentation was required.

Essay Topic 2

Slocum stayed in many different ports during his journey. Examine Slocum's choice to remain in the ports. Why would Slocum choose to spend so much time in some of the ports? Was it necessary? What might have prompted Slocum to stay if there was no need? Where did Slocum spend the most amount of time? Why? What did Slocum learn while he was at the various ports? How was Slocum received? What was the general opinion of the Spray? Explain.

Essay Topic 3

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.

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