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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. What group of Indians chased the Spray in the Bay?

2. What gift did the captain present to Slocum?

3. Slocum also comments on a natural phenomenon known as a:

4. Slocum recalls receiving a warm welcome when he arrived at which location?

5. What adjective is used to describe Slocum's friend the captain?

Short Essay Questions

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

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

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

6. Slocum talks about an omen that confirmed his ambitions for the Spray. What was the omen?

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

8. How did Slocum's fortune change as the Spray approached Cape Horn?

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

10. Discuss the Slocum's ongoing relationship with the British.

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

One of the most common themes in literature is man versus nature. This theme is prevalent in the story. Examine how Slocum battles with nature. Who wins? Give examples and details on specific incidents. Also examine how Slocum chose to cooperate with nature rather than work against it. Which worked better, combating or cooperating with nature? What incident most clearly shows an example of each?

Essay Topic 2

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 3

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.

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