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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 allowed Moitessier's ship to sail so quickly?
(a) Its light weight.
(b) Its revolutionary design.
(c) The calm weather.
(d) Its extraordinary sail area.

2. What gift did Moitessier accept from journalists?
(a) A transmitter.
(b) Food.
(c) A camera.
(d) Champagne.

3. How did Moitessier typically sleep in good conditions?
(a) At the helm.
(b) During the day.
(c) In short naps.
(d) In long stretches.

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

5. Where is Trinidad?
(a) Off the coast of France.
(b) Off the coast of India.
(c) Off the coast of Morocco.
(d) Off the coast of Brazil.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where did Moitessier hit the doldrums?

2. What did Moitessier do when he hit light winds after passing Trinidad?

3. What did Moitessier film following his ship?

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

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

(see the answer key)

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