83-Year-Old Japanese Man Becomes Oldest To Sail Solo Across Pacific

83-Year-Old Japanese Man Becomes Oldest To Sail Solo Across Pacific

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An 83-year-old adventurer became the oldest person to sail solo nonstop across the Pacific Ocean. He embarked on his journey from San Francisco on March 27th and arrived in Japan without making any port calls. Known as Japan's most famous yachtsman, he maintained daily communication with his family. The story highlights his remarkable achievement and personal reflections on the challenging journey.

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What significant achievement is highlighted about the adventurer in the first section?

He is the oldest person to sail solo nonstop across the Pacific.

He is the youngest person to sail solo across the Pacific.

He is the fastest sailor to cross the Atlantic.

He is the first person to sail from Japan to San Francisco.

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30 sec • 1 pt

Where did the adventurer complete his journey?

Northern China

Western Japan

Southern India

Eastern Australia

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What title has the adventurer earned due to his repeated trips?

Pacific Ocean champion

Japan's most famous yachtsman

San Francisco's sailing legend

World's fastest sailor

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did the adventurer stay in touch with his family during the trip?

He made daily phone calls.

He sent messages in a bottle.

He used social media updates.

He sent letters via mail.

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the adventurer's age, as mentioned in the final section?

80

90

75

83