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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 3, To South America.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who arranges to find the first tree?
(a) Agurto
(b) Angelo
(c) Manuel
(d) Federico

2. Which was NOT one of the names given to the fallen trees?
(a) Nieto
(b) Ku
(c) Taranga
(d) Hiti

3. How does Nieto learn about Heyerdahl's journey?
(a) Town gossip
(b) Telegram
(c) Newspaper
(d) Internet

4. What kind of flowers are displayed by Federico?
(a) Orchids
(b) Hydrangea
(c) Venus Flytraps
(d) Lilies

5. The friend previously engaged in what profession?
(a) Meteorologist
(b) Doctor
(c) Sailor
(d) Engineer

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Heyerdahl's native country?

2. What blocks the men's path into the jungle?

3. What year did the second wave of settlers arrive?

4. What event interrupted Heyerdahl's research?

5. What percent chance does the friend say Heyerdahl has of making the trip?

(see the answer key)

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