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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 5, Halfway.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Freuchen rejects new ideas in favor of tried and true equipment such as the:
(a) Paddleboat
(b) Bow and arrow
(c) Kayak
(d) Steam engine

2. In what increments do the Polynesians recount their history?
(a) 10 years
(b) 25 years
(c) 50 years
(d) 30 years

3. How do the men get to the jungle?
(a) Walk
(b) Plane
(c) Jeep
(d) Helicopter

4. Herman suffers an injury to what body part?
(a) Foot
(b) Neck
(c) Arm
(d) Back

5. How long is a whale shark?
(a) 18 feet
(b) 60 feet
(c) 30 feet
(d) 45 feet

Short Answer Questions

1. What does the Kon-Tiki rely on heavily?

2. What is one of Heyerdahl's main concerns in planning a route?

3. How many miles into the trip is considered to be halfway?

4. Which crew member is responsible for the act?

5. Which was NOT one of the names given to the fallen trees?

(see the answer key)

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