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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. Why does the author write the story?
(a) He wants to be known as a man who liked to travel the seas.
(b) He wants the world to know his good friend Ed Ricketts.
(c) He wants future travelers to have better information that can help them prepare for a similar expedition.
(d) He wants to write about how traveling at sea can be done on a limited budget.

2. What is the Western Flyer?
(a) It is the boat owned and maintained by Ed Ricketts.
(b) It is a well-maintained vessel owned by Tony Berry used for the expedition.
(c) It is a favorite watering hole by John Steinbeck and Ed Ricketts.
(d) It is a rare species of bird found only in Mexico.

3. Why does the author rant about the outboard motor?
(a) Because its appearance is not attractive.
(b) Because it is very noisy.
(c) Because it has a foul odor.
(d) Because it has brought them much hardship during the expedition.

4. According to John Steinbeck, what does a rusting, disorderly boat with its pain peeling off indicate?
(a) That the owner is most likely fond of changing clothes during the day.
(b) That the owner is most likely a very old man with some memory loss.
(c) That the owner is most likely equally disheveled and careless.
(d) That the owner is most likely afraid of needles and injections.

5. What important part of history is happening at the time of the expedition?
(a) World War II.
(b) World War I.
(c) The Formula One Grand Prix.
(d) The Summer Olympics.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is the chef of the expedition?

2. What is the concept explored by the author in the section that pertains to boats and men?

3. How does Steinbeck compare navigation at sea to life?

4. What type of biologist is preferred by John Steinbeck?

5. Who is the captain of the ship for the expedition?

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