Abby Sunderland

In the TV news interview, how did Abby's brother Zac say he felt when he heard that she was in trouble in the Indian Ocean?

• He was certain she would not be able to survive.

• He was afraid for her life.

• He was surprised that she ran into trouble in the Indian Ocean.

• He was concerned but confident that she had the skills to survive.

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What did Abby want to accomplish?

• to be the youngest person to sail around the world solo.

• to do what her brother Zac had not been able to.

• to make her parents proud by getting straight A's.

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How old was Abby when she set sail on her trip?

• 18

• 16

• 17

How did Abby’s trip end?

• Abby had to be rescued by a fishing boat in the Indian Ocean.

• Abby successfully sailed around the world alone.

• Abby’s parents ordered her to stop the voyage.

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Why did Abby's parents let her sail around the world?

• Abby was a great blogger.

• Abby was a better sailor than all of her siblings.

• Abby was a skilled and experienced sailor.

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What kind of reaction did Abby’s voyage cause?

• Everyone thought Abby was a hero for surviving.

• Some people thought Abby should not have sailed around the world solo.

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What was Abby Sunderland's primary goal in her sailing journey?

• To become the youngest person to sail around the world solo.

• To win a sailing competition.

• To travel to every continent.

• To write a book about her experiences.

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How did Abby Sunderland's journey come to an end?

• She completed her journey successfully.

• She was rescued in the Indian Ocean.

• She decided to stop due to bad weather.

• She returned home after reaching Australia.

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What was a major concern for Abby Sunderland's family during her voyage?

• Her safety in the Indian Ocean.

• Her ability to navigate through the Atlantic Ocean.

• Her communication skills.

• Her financial support for the journey.

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Which skill was Abby Sunderland particularly known for?

• Sailing expertise.

• Cooking skills.

• Public speaking.

• Mathematical ability.