Survival at Sea
What major threat circled the raft repeatedly?
Sharks
Who says, "I'm glad it was you, Zamp,"
Phil says this shortly after the climb onto the life raft, as he asks Louie to take over command.
How many men survived the crash initially? And who were they?
3- Louie, Phil, & Mac
What war is taking place during these chapters?
World War II
What strategy did Louie lead to help the crew stay mentally strong?
He talked with Mac and Phil, asking many questions, sharing histories, and singing songs.
How did Louie and Phil collect drinking water?
With the fabric from the air pump cases
Who wrote this quote: "Don't let 'em clip your wings."
Pete wrote this in a letter to Louie, as Louie was adrift in the Pacific.
How big was the life raft (in feet)?
Six feet long x two feet wide
What type of plane were Louie and his crew flying when they crashed?
B-24 Bomber
What does Louie vow when praying for rain?
Louie vows to dedicate his life to God, if He would send rain to save them. Rain came the next day.
What did Louie add to his hook to try and catch fish for the first time?
The innards of an albatross bird (that were very stinky)
Who said, "If I had only been there, I could have saved it."
Pillsbury, upon hearing about the crash, said this quote.
Name six of the items in the provisions box.
Chocolate bars, tins of water, brass mirror, flare gun, sea dye, fishhooks, fishing line, leak patch kit, 2 air pumps
Why would American pilots rather go down with their plane instead of bailing out?
What plan did Louie share when the crew talk about their futures?
Louie says he plans to open a restaurant.