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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 15 and 16.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What mechanical device did Moitessier use to make his more involved repairs?
(a) A fulcrum.
(b) A pulley system.
(c) A wheel.
(d) A windlass.

2. What did Moitessier use to increase leverage when he was making repairs?
(a) A spare staysail boom.
(b) A pry bar.
(c) The mast.
(d) Spare line.

3. Whose letters did Moitessier read about passing Cape Horn?
(a) Other captains'.
(b) Sailors'.
(c) Nigel Tetley's.
(d) Salvage operations'.

4. Where on the Beaufort scale was the wind as Moitessier approached Cape Horn?
(a) Force 8.
(b) Force 3.
(c) Force 7.
(d) Force 6.

5. How close to New Zealand did Moitessier pass?
(a) 100 miles.
(b) 120 miles.
(c) 310 miles.
(d) 40 miles.

Short Answer Questions

1. What were the conditions when Moitessier approached Cape Horn?

2. What instrument helps Moitessier estimate his speed and distance traveled?

3. What danger was Moitessier on the lookout for as he passed Cape Horn?

4. What state was Moitessier in when he fell asleep on Christmas?

5. What happened after Moitessier approached the town in Trinidad?

(see the answer key)

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