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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 69-77.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Chapter 45, Glinn makes a comment about the mysterious dead man in Spanish. What does this statement suggest to both McFarlane and the reader?
(a) Glinn speaks in Spanish when he does not want anyone to know what he is saying.
(b) Glinn thinks the man was sent by Vallenar.
(c) Glinn has no clue who the man was or who sent him.
(d) Glinn is having a nervous breakdown.

2. How long does it take to move the meteorite to the bluffs overlooking the Rolvaag?
(a) On month.
(b) One day.
(c) Two days.
(d) One week.

3. In Chapter 60, who gets credit for keeping the cradle design simple in order to make the welding quick?
(a) Glinn.
(b) Garza.
(c) McFarlane.
(d) Rochefort.

4. What is the 'night lunch' mentioned in Chapter 11?
(a) A routine snack sailors partake in.
(b) A celebrated meal when a ship crosses the date line.
(c) The first meal upon the Rolvaag.
(d) McFarlane's nickname for a brief flirtation.

5. What color is the meteorite when it is finally exposed in Chapter 24?
(a) Red.
(b) Blue.
(c) Brown.
(d) Grey.

Short Answer Questions

1. What natural landmark marks the area where Masangkay made his camp?

2. In Chapter 72, what does Britton believe finally proved Glinn human?

3. In Chapter 53, how long does it take for the meteorite to become settled on the tower that will lower it into the cargo hold?

4. Where does Amira tell McFarlane that Glinn earned his military experience?

5. What is Nestor Masangkay looking for on Isla Desolacion?

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