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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Gorgeous.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What parts of the Ghost Orchid did Susan and her park ranger friend see in A Green Hell?
(a) Leaves.
(b) Roots.
(c) Pollen.
(d) Flowers.

2. What refers to a cell, cell product, or organism that is genetically identical to the unit or individual from which it was derived?
(a) Zygote.
(b) Clone.
(c) Offspring.
(d) Parent.

3. What is a venomous pit viper species found in the southeastern United States which is the heaviest (though not longest) venomous snake in the Americas and the largest rattlesnake?
(a) Rock Rattlesnake.
(b) Sidewinder.
(c) Diamondback Rattlesnake.
(d) Pacific Rattlesnake.

4. What did Laroche attempt to use to get in for free at the orchid show in Gorgeous?
(a) A fake student identification card.
(b) An expired coupon.
(c) Orchid seedlings.
(d) Susan's press pass.

5. Who was put into a coma from the car accident John Laroche had?
(a) His mother.
(b) His father.
(c) His neighbor.
(d) His wife.

Short Answer Questions

1. When did William Spencer Cavendish begin collecting orchids?

2. Where was Benedict Roezl from?

3. Of what profession was Nathaniel Bagshaw Ward?

4. Laroche told Susan that he understood her love of orchids because they bring about a sort of what in people?

5. How long does it take to determine whether cloning was effective in orchids?

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