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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 1 through 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Alex believe are his own best qualities?
(a) Wisdom and logical thinking.
(b) Kindness and generosity.
(c) Patience and humility.
(d) Courage and clear thinking.

2. What is Kate proud that she has never done?
(a) Told a lie.
(b) Broken a bone.
(c) Worn a dress.
(d) Backed down from a dare.

3. Why does Alex enjoy mountain climbing?
(a) He likes to spend time by himself.
(b) He likes to be away from the city.
(c) He likes to breathe the clean air at high altitudes.
(d) He likes to feel that he can control his body and his mind.

4. What does the book Kate gives Alex contain?
(a) Health tips for adventurous travelers.
(b) Pictures of Amazon flora and fauna.
(c) Topographical maps of the Amazon basin.
(d) Information about native peoples.

5. What does Kate give Alex to replace the losses from Morgana's theft?
(a) Sincere sympathy.
(b) His grandfather's flute.
(c) Money for the trip.
(d) Her old camera.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Professor LeBlanc's opinion about humanoid beasts?

2. What did a python do to end up as a trophy on Kate's wall?

3. How does Kate help Alex prepare for their expedition to the Amazon?

4. What do the Amazon natives regard as worse than death?

5. Who does Alex envision as his future wife?

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