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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. What unusual response is considered good manners after a meal in the Indian village?
(a) Giving thanks.
(b) Burping.
(c) Sleeping.
(d) Vomiting.

2. Why does Nadia refuse to stay behind when the expedition departs?
(a) She is afraid of Mauro Carias.
(b) She wants to have an adventure.
(c) She wants to be near her father.
(d) She wants to stay with Alex.

3. What past experience caused Alex to feel similar danger?
(a) Sky diving with his father.
(b) Kayaking the Grand Canyon gorge.
(c) Being lost in New York.
(d) Climbing El Capitan.

4. What opportunity does Kate advise Alex to never miss?
(a) An opportunity to keep his mouth shut.
(b) An opportunity to express himself.
(c) An opportunity to offer his opinion.
(d) An opportunity to learn.

5. What is the best moment of the river trip for Alex?
(a) Trying interesting new foods.
(b) Swimming with a dolphin.
(c) Sleeping under the stars.
(d) Laughing with his grandmother.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which of Kate's habits are bad for her health?

2. What do the Indians believe is the cause of individualism?

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

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

5. What does Nadia say the jaguar is for Alex?

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