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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 21 through 23.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What type of animal was Pepper?
(a) A wild dog.
(b) A jackal.
(c) A lion.
(d) A hyena.

2. The geologists that arrived at the Owens' camp were planning to dig for ____________.
(a) Emeralds.
(b) Diamonds.
(c) Rubies.
(d) Pearls.

3. Where did Mark and Delia sleep when they were studying lions in the Kalahari?
(a) In their car.
(b) In a motel.
(c) In a safari truck.
(d) In sleeping bags, under the stars.

4. Why did Pepper frequent the Owens' camp?
(a) For food.
(b) For companionship.
(c) For shelter.
(d) For water.

5. In the two year span of 1977-1979, how much water fell in the Kalahari?
(a) Eight inches.
(b) Six inches.
(c) Two inches.
(d) Four inches.

Short Answer Questions

1. What state was the Owens' campsite in when they returned to it?

2. In what month of the year did the Owens move to the Kalahari?

3. What part of Mark's airplane broke the first time he flew it over the Kalahari, nearly causing him to crash?

4. During the dry season of 1977, how far did Chary and Sassy have to travel each day for food?

5. Which of the following large cats did Star and Shadow intimidate away from its kill?

(see the answer key)

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