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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 2, An Expedition Is Born.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is one of Heyerdahl's main concerns in planning a route?
(a) Difficult navigation
(b) Strong currents
(c) Uncharted waters
(d) Trade winds

2. The chief god was related to what element?
(a) Water
(b) Air
(c) Fire
(d) Earth

3. What is the name of the chief god of the white men?
(a) Ilda Tiki
(b) Rikki Tiki
(c) Cari Tiki
(d) Kon Tiki

4. What ancient culture's story convinces Heyerdahl of the connection?
(a) Incas
(b) Egyptians
(c) Mayans
(d) Anasazi

5. What idea begins to develop in Heyerdahl's imagination?
(a) Writing a book
(b) Sailing across the Pacific
(c) Living among a native tribe
(d) Taking a long vacation

Short Answer Questions

1. What Lake is mentioned in regard to the story?

2. Who is Peter Freuchen?

3. The friend previously engaged in what profession?

4. What is the name of Heyerdahl's friend that lives in the countryside?

5. Where does Heyerdahl's friend, Carl, live?

(see the answer key)

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