Question 1

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Chapter 1 begins with Slocum in Nova Scotia. How is the Canadian province described?

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Question 2

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Fear of falling off the end of the world was the basis of which mutiny?

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Question 3

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Slocum details a lot of violent gales in and around the Cape. Discuss the storms and Slocum's thoughts.

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Question 4

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Where did Slocum go while he was in South Africa? How long did the author stay? Where was the Spray during Slocum's stay?

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Question 5

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Who is Judge Beyers? Who did Slocum meet through the judge?

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Question 6

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What interesting disagreement was had between Slocum and Kruger? What became of the argument?

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Question 7

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What kinds of activities did Slocum take part in while he was docked in South Africa?

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Question 8

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Describe at least one of Slocum's experiences while staying in Jamestown.

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Question 9

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Give at least one example of Slocum's references to historical figures and how they related to the area in and around St. Helena.

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Question 10

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What gifts did Slocum receive as he left the island?

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Question 11

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How long was the actual trip around the world? What were Slocum's final thoughts after completing the trip?

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Question 12

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What was Slocum's opinion of the area?

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Question 13

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Examine Slocum's first interaction with the children of the island.

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Question 14

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What was Slocum's final comment on the islands?

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Question 15

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The Spray's next port was on the island of Rodriguez. Explain the expectation of Slocum's arrival.

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Question 16

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What was the common procedure when a ship arrived on Mauritius?

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Question 17

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How did the people of Mauritius celebrate the arrival of Slocum and the Spray?

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Question 18

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Explain Slocum's experience with a botanist. What was special about the interaction?

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Question 19

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Where did the Spray land in South Africa? Who did Slocum meet there?

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Question 20

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What was the significance of reaching the Cape of Good Hope?

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Question 21

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What about the region was of historical interest to Slocum?

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Question 22

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What was Slocum's opinion of Samoa? How did Slocum attempt to repay kindnesses?

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Question 23

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While on Samoa, Slocum played host to a number of people. List at least one of the instances.

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Question 24

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Aside from the King, Slocum met other people from royal families. Discuss the meeting with Mr. A. Young.

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Question 25

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Who is King Malietoa? What is unusual about the King? Why did Slocum offer payment to the King?

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