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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through March 23.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who is Tex?
(a) Ed Rickett's son.
(b) The mechanic of the crew.
(c) The leader of the four-string quartet hired for the expedition.
(d) John Steinbeck's son.

2. What is unique about the expedition described in the story?
(a) The travelers here prefer safety and getting the job done to encounters of a more colorful and dangerous nature.
(b) There is nothing unique about the expedition.
(c) There is a four-string quartet on deck that provides music at night, for entertainment.
(d) There is a priest on board who discusses philosophy and spirituality.

3. What will be an accurate description of the expedition party's day on March 23?
(a) Strange and difficult.
(b) A day of many discoveries.
(c) Warm and comfortable.
(d) Rewarding.

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

5. How many crew members are signed on for the expedition?
(a) Four.
(b) Two.
(c) Three.
(d) One.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does the author write the story?

2. How are Tiny and Sparky presented?

3. What is a Sally Lightfoot crab?

4. What does Steinbeck think about the various descriptions they have read of Cabo San Lucas?

5. What examples of marine life does the expedition party collect in Espiritu Santo Island?

(see the answer key)

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