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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. Slocum managed to make money off of which sea creature?

2. Slocum was bound to stay on the island as the only _____ representative.

3. Which ocean was Slocum prepared to traverse at this point?

4. The trip would take Slocum to which famous island?

5. The celebration was planned in whose honor?

Short Essay Questions

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

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

3. What story does Slocum tell about introducing the islanders to donuts?

4. Slocum received a pleasant surprise after he landed in Apia. What was the surprise?

5. Discuss Slocum's arrival on the Keeling Cocos Islands. What was Slocum's first sign that he was getting close?

6. How does capitalism become involved in the story?

7. Who is Mr. Myles? What about the man made Slocum uneasy?

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

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

10. 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.

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

On several occasions Slocum was faced with people who harbored age old beliefs and superstitions. Choose at least three incidents, explain the belief or superstition, and how it was handled by Slocum. Did Slocum attempt to educate the people or allow them to believe what they wanted to believe in order to keep the peace or save face? Which is the most commonly held misconception? How could Slocum convince the people of the truth?

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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