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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through April 11.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is Steinbeck's observation of the Indians at Espiritu Santo Island?
(a) They seem to have relatively simple, timeless and happy lives.
(b) They are not much different from Americans - they both love burgers.
(c) They seem to lead lives that are strongly anchored on their ancestral practices.
(d) They are very respectful of their elders, always giving way to people older than them.

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

3. From his philosophical discussions, what does Steinbeck suddenly suggest?
(a) That they sail all day down an uncharted coastline toward their last planned stop, and anchor offshore as night falls.
(b) That they divide the specimen they have collected and return them all to sea.
(c) That they find the next town and sell all the specimen they have collected.
(d) That they all try to write their ideas in the log so as to continue discussing it when back at home.

4. What can be found in Laredo that is of particular interest to the expedition party?
(a) A famous beach filled with starfishes and sea turtles.
(b) A famous restaurant known for its flapjacks.
(c) A famous church and its associated mission.
(d) A famous scientist and his laboratory.

5. On March 18, where does the expedition party end up going when a wind rises before they were able to anchor?
(a) Magdalena Bay.
(b) Marina Bay.
(c) Pescadero Point.
(d) San Diego Bay.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why are Steinbeck and Ricketts delighted that the Indians will actually do the hunting?

2. After facing difficulties collecting specimens, what do Steinbeck and Ricketts do instead on Easter Sunday ?

3. What does the author tell us about the camera that they brought in the expedition?

4. What is a Sally Lightfoot crab?

5. What is the most important gift that the Sea of Cortez gives the expedition party, according to Steinbeck?

(see the answer key)

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