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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Unnamed section, p. 31.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is taking place on the day before the expedition party leaves for its journey?
(a) A mass to bless the travelers in their journey.
(b) A celebration for the success of the expedition.
(c) A mass asking for good harvest.
(d) A celebration marking the end of the sardine fishing season.

2. Who are the major characters and the expedition team leaders in the story?
(a) John Steinbeck and a World War II veteran.
(b) John Steinbeck and Ed Ricketts.
(c) Tony Berry and Ed Ricketts.
(d) John Steinbeck and Tony Berry.

3. What does the author describe in the story, particularly at the beginning of the book?
(a) He describes Mexico in great detail, including the politics and legislations of the land.
(b) The major characters of the story, their educational backgrounds, and their family tree.
(c) The difficulties associated with in planning and preparing for an expedition, as well as the difficulty of finding a good vessel and captain.
(d) The famous sea expeditions in the past, and how long each expedition lasted.

4. What is Tex's outstanding characteristic?
(a) He loves to sleep in the daytime and do chores at night.
(b) He is afraid of the water.
(c) He loves diesel engines.
(d) He cannot make a left turn.

5. Who is the captain of the ship for the expedition?
(a) A World War I veteran.
(b) Ed Ricketts.
(c) Tony Berry.
(d) John Steinbeck.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does John Steinbeck and Ed Ricketts pass the time while their boat is being outfitted?

2. What is unique about the expedition described in the story?

3. According to John Steinbeck, what does a well-cared for and lovingly maintained boat indicate?

4. What is The Log from the Sea of Cortez?

5. What do members of the party feel when they are the one manning the wheel?

(see the answer key)

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