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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapers 40 through 50.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Smithback's informant say his name is?
(a) Mephisto.
(b) Goose.
(c) Trail Blazer.
(d) Tail Gunner.

2. What is the purpose of the moles' banging on the pipes?
(a) Aggression.
(b) Communication.
(c) Fear.
(d) Aggravation.

3. What does Pendergast say would be foolish if he is gone more than 72 hours?
(a) The assumption that he is dead.
(b) A rescue mission.
(c) A funeral.
(d) A sting operation.

4. Why is it believed the creatures live in the deepest recesses of the tunnel?
(a) All of the answers are incorrect.
(b) They shun light.
(c) They feel at home underground.
(d) The stifling atmosphere reminds them of the Amazon.

5. What is the identity of the deformed skeleton?
(a) Dr. Cavalierei.
(b) It is never identified.
(c) Greg Kawakita.
(d) Simon Brambell.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Hayward carrying that feels heavy and bulky?

2. What is the name of the experimental herbicide for removing algae from lakes?

3. What does Margo find in the puddle-like areas on the floor of the burned out warehouse?

4. What is Snow preparing to do at the opening of Chapter 1?

5. What do Nick and Tanya do with their champagne glasses once they are empty?

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