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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 6, Across the Pacific.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. The ancient story involves the building of what objects?
(a) Easter Island statues
(b) Pyramids
(c) Villages
(d) Stonehenge

2. What is the name of Heyerdahl's friend that lives in the countryside?
(a) Bjorn
(b) Wilhelm
(c) Carl
(d) Helmut

3. Heyerdahl is a member of what New York City club?
(a) Seafarers Club
(b) Cotton Club
(c) Explorers Club
(d) Midnight Club

4. What percent chance does the friend say Heyerdahl has of making the trip?
(a) 50%
(b) 20%
(c) 40%
(d) 60%

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

Short Answer Questions

1. The naval experts were wrong about the longevity of what item?

2. What is the average speed of the Kon-Tiki?

3. New developments in stone work also appear in what location?

4. Heyerdahl's theory revolves around what region?

5. What is another name for the people of this region?

(see the answer key)

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