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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Section 3: The Script, pages 50-75.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. The narrator makes an analogy between Gandhi's nonviolence and what feature of Bob Brigg's life?
(a) His gambling.
(b) His adultery.
(c) His drinking.
(d) His writing.

2. Where is Cottonwood Ranch located?
(a) Hollywood, California.
(b) New Zealand.
(c) Outside of Chicago, Illinois.
(d) Murcia, California.

3. What destination have the team of scientists from New Zealand chosen?
(a) Japan.
(b) Peru.
(c) Russia.
(d) California.

4. What does Dr. Schneeglock blame for Dr. Poole's lack of a fulfillment of his promise?
(a) Dr. Poole's mother died when he was only a baby.
(b) Dr. Poole still lives with his mother.
(c) Dr. Poole is promiscuous and cannot stay with one woman.
(d) Dr. Poole is a gambler with significant debts.

5. What became of William Tallis' second wife?
(a) She died from cancer.
(b) She was persecuted for being Jewish and was killed.
(c) She committed suicide after Mr. Tallis died.
(d) She ran off with another man.

Short Answer Questions

1. What kind of primate represents the "least among man," according to the narrator?

2. Which book does Dr. Poole save from the book burning ordered by the Chief?

3. Which gravedigger apologizes to Dr. Poole by claiming that burying Dr. Poole was done only for fun?

4. Which of the following is true about the scientists' rediscovery of the world?

5. What is the occupation of Bob Briggs?

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