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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 10 through 13.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who is Rahakanarewa?
(a) A native Amazon chieftain.
(b) A spirit cannibal bird.
(c) A shaman.
(d) A talking parrot.

2. What do the Indians believe is the cause of individualism?
(a) Madness.
(b) An independent spirit.
(c) Education.
(d) Intelligence.

3. What does Kate believe is the only way to learn?
(a) Study the mistakes of others.
(b) Read about the achievements of others.
(c) Listen to your elders.
(d) Find out for yourself.

4. Why was Alex disappointed after his rescue of Mokarita?
(a) Nadia was not impressed.
(b) He failed at the task.
(c) Mokarita was badly injured.
(d) No one thanked him.

5. What is unokaimu?
(a) A purification rite for those who have killed.
(b) A monkey.
(c) A shaman.
(d) A dragon-like creature.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Nadia's advice about mosquitoes?

2. How does Kate overcome Ludovic Leblanc's objection to Nadia coming on the expedition?

3. What does an Indian hunter never eat?

4. Why don't leeches cause pain?

5. Why do the Mormon missionaries turn back from the expedition?

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