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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. The author states that the Pacific is more ______ than any other ocean.

2. What is the name of the king's daughter?

3. The item built by the islanders was placed in which location?

4. What was the first name of the late princess?

5. What gift did Slocum receive from Foy?

Short Essay Questions

1. How does capitalism become involved in the story?

2. Describe at least one incident in which money was given to support Slocum's journey.

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

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

5. Explain Slocum's experience with a botanist. What was special about the interaction?

6. Slocum details his arrival in Port Denison. Explain the port and its surrounding area.

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

8. How did the people of Mauritius celebrate the arrival of Slocum and the Spray?

9. What was Slocum's opinion of Samoa? How did Slocum attempt to repay kindnesses?

10. What was Slocum's final comment on the islands?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

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.

Essay Topic 2

Examine in detail the types of ships mentioned in the story. Include the oyster boat, gaff, tug boat and others. Which is the most practical? Which is best suited to Slocum? Explain who would be likely to operate each boat. Also examine the purpose of each.

Essay Topic 3

Slocum claims that sailing is in his blood. The man had a great deal of experience before buying the Spray. Write an essay about Slocum's experience at sea. What job positions were held by Slocum? Which, if any, prepared him to take his journey around the world? Do you think Slocum was prepared to make the trip? Was Slocum experienced enough to take the trip alone? Was it difficult for Slocum to make the trip alone in regards to tending to the boat? Was the feat brave or careless? Explain.

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