Sindbad the Sailor — Questions and answers

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What was Salim holding as he walked through the crowded docks in the port city of Jazaar?

Choices

  1. a basket of silks and spices
  2. a map of mythical beasts
  3. a large, heavy rope
  4. a small, intricately carved wooden boat ✓

Answer: a small, intricately carved wooden boat

From page 1

In the story of Sindbad the Sailor, what happened to Salim's boat when a strong gust of wind whipped through the harbor?

Choices

  1. It was snatched from his grasp and plunged into the murky water. ✓
  2. It broke into many pieces on the docks.
  3. It was caught by Omar before it could fall.
  4. It flew into the air and landed on a merchant's stall.

Answer: It was snatched from his grasp and plunged into the murky water.

From page 2

What did the sailor, Hassan, tell Salim about the journey of a thousand miles?

Choices

  1. It is best taken with friends.
  2. It begins with a single step. ✓
  3. It requires a very strong boat.
  4. It is always full of danger.

Answer: It begins with a single step.

From page 3

In the adventures of Sindbad the Sailor, what was the name of the rickety-looking vessel that Hassan pointed to?

Choices

  1. the 'Island Seeker'
  2. the 'Ocean Wanderer'
  3. the 'Sea Serpent' ✓
  4. the 'Jazaar Dream'

Answer: the 'Sea Serpent'

From page 4

What symbol did Salim notice carved near the ship's helm on the 'Sea Serpent'?

Choices

  1. a drawing of a mythical beast
  2. the initials of the captain
  3. a picture of a lost island
  4. a stylized compass rose ✓

Answer: a stylized compass rose

From page 5

What was the name of the ship's captain who Salim and Omar sought out?

Choices

  1. Captain Baruk ✓
  2. Captain Salim
  3. Captain Omar
  4. Captain Hassan

Answer: Captain Baruk

From page 6

What did Salim and Omar do to prove their worth to Captain Baruk?

Choices

  1. They found a new trading route for the captain.
  2. They scrubbed decks, hoisted sails, and swabbed the poop deck. ✓
  3. They cooked meals for the crew and cleaned the galley.
  4. They navigated the ship through a difficult storm.

Answer: They scrubbed decks, hoisted sails, and swabbed the poop deck.

From page 7

In the story of Sindbad the Sailor, what did Omar shout when he and his companions spotted a faint outline on the horizon after days at sea?

Choices

  1. "Treasure found!"
  2. "Ship ahead!"
  3. "Land ahoy!" ✓
  4. "Storm coming!"

Answer: "Land ahoy!"

From page 8

In the adventures of Sindbad the Sailor, what did Salim and his companions find inside the hidden cave entrance on the island?

Choices

  1. a pile of shining gold and jewels
  2. a magical compass that pointed to the future
  3. a chest filled with rare spices
  4. a collection of ancient maps detailing undiscovered lands ✓

Answer: a collection of ancient maps detailing undiscovered lands

From page 9

What did Salim and Omar use the maps for when they returned to Jazaar?

Choices

  1. to chart new trading routes, bringing prosperity to their city ✓
  2. to decorate their homes and show off their adventures
  3. to write a new book about their journey
  4. to find more hidden treasures on other islands

Answer: to chart new trading routes, bringing prosperity to their city

From page 10