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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 7 through 9.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Cesar Santos say the Amazon natives rejected Christianity?
(a) It is too simple.
(b) It is too mystical.
(c) It is too demanding.
(d) It is too complicated.

2. What most surprises Alex that people can do without?
(a) Televisions.
(b) Telephones.
(c) Music players.
(d) Malls.

3. What resource was taken most frequently from the rainforest during the 19th century?
(a) Diamonds.
(b) Rubber.
(c) Exotic birds.
(d) Wood.

4. Who is the photographer for the expedition?
(a) Joel Gonzalez.
(b) Timothy Bruce.
(c) Cesar Santos.
(d) Ludovic Leblanc.

5. Why does Alex refuse to eat tapir?
(a) He believes they are holy.
(b) He believes they are disgusting.
(c) They remind him of his dog.
(d) He believes they are like rats.

Short Answer Questions

1. What did the Amazon natives do with their captives in the past, according to Professor Leblanc?

2. Who is described as looking like a stereotypical wild game hunter?

3. What has made Alex brave enough to swim in the Amazon without fear?

4. Why are piranhas useful?

5. What does Kate believe is the only way to learn?

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