Exploration and Discoveries Quiz

What was the significance of the India rubber discovery?

• It could be used to make shoes

• It was a new type of food

• It could be used as a weapon

• It was a rare mineral

How did the narrator plan to make shoes from India rubber?

• By melting it and pouring into molds

• By cutting it into strips

• By layering it over a sand-filled stocking

• By molding it into shape

What was the primary reason for the narrator's exploration with his son?

• To search for hidden treasures

• To map the entire country

• To confirm if their land was an island

• To find new species of plants

What did the narrator discover about the candleberry myrtle?

• It can be used to make medicine

• It produces a wax for candles

• It is a rare species of tree

• It attracts colorful butterflies

What was the outcome of the candle-making process?

• The candles extended their day by providing light

• The candles were too fragile to use

• The candles melted too quickly

• The candles emitted a foul odor

What method did the narrator use to make butter?

• By mixing cream with salt

• Using a traditional churn

• By shaking cream in a gourd

• By boiling cream

What agricultural activity did the family engage in?

• Building a greenhouse

• Planting a variety of trees

• Creating a fish pond

• Constructing a windmill

Why did the family decide to revisit the wreck?

• To find more food supplies

• To dismantle the ship for wood

• To gather clothing and materials

• To search for survivors

What was the final action taken with the ship?

• It was repaired for future use

• It was left to drift away

• It was blown up to prevent further use

• It was converted into a shelter

What emotional response did the family have after the ship's destruction?

• Sadness and nostalgia

• Indifference

• Fear and anxiety

• Relief and joy