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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 3 and 4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What organization sponsored the round-the-world race?
(a) The Globe and Mail.
(b) The International Herald Tribune.
(c) The British government.
(d) The Sunday Times.

2. What was Moitessier's wife's name?
(a) Marie.
(b) Helene.
(c) Francoise.
(d) Jeanette.

3. What did Moitessier do when he was about 300 miles from the Cape of Good Hope?
(a) Transmit his location to a passing ship.
(b) Stop for repairs.
(c) Throw stuff overboard to lighten the ship.
(d) Stop for supplies.

4. Why was Moitessier heading toward Trinidad?
(a) To pick up supplies.
(b) To plan his strategy.
(c) To drop off film.
(d) To check in with the race committee.

5. What was Moitessier following when he passed the Canary Islands?
(a) A giant tuna.
(b) Flying fish.
(c) An albatross.
(d) A cargo ship.

Short Answer Questions

1. When did Moitessier begin to prepare for his trip around the world?

2. How did Moitessier reconnoiter the town he saw in Trinidad?

3. Where did Moitessier begin his trip around the world?

4. How was Moitessier going to communicate with others during the race?

5. What sail allowed Moitessier to sail in light air?

(see the answer key)

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