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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 7 and 8.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How did Moitessier celebrate his birthday?
(a) By writing about his voyage.
(b) With fresh fish.
(c) By making repairs.
(d) With champagne.

2. How much distance was Moitessier covering in a day after good winds returned after rounding the Cape of Good Hope?
(a) 100 miles.
(b) 80 miles.
(c) 50 miles.
(d) 160 miles.

3. What were conditions like after Moitessier passed the Cape of Good Hope?
(a) Choppy.
(b) Inconsistent winds.
(c) Gales.
(d) Soft air.

4. What friend, who had helped Moitessier build other boats, inspired him to figure out how to make repairs now?
(a) Nigel Tetley.
(b) Henry Wakelam.
(c) Bill King.
(d) Loick.

5. What fear did Moitessier have about his navigation as he neared the Cape of Good Hope?
(a) He did not want to sail too far west in search of shore breezes.
(b) He did not want to sail too far south looking for good wind.
(c) He did not want to steer too far north in search of the strong current.
(d) He did not want to sail too far east in search of the calm seas.

Short Answer Questions

1. What was Moitessier's strategy in the around the world race?

2. Where was Moitessier hoping his message would be communicated to?

3. Which of the following were NOT friends of Moitessier's who were also sailing in the race?

4. What did Moitessier have to do when a gale hit?

5. What kind of boat did Moitessier sail in the race?

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