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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 5, Star.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What color is the substance excreted from a hyena's scent glands?
(a) Pink.
(b) Green.
(c) Yellow.
(d) White.

2. What was the name of the dominant hyena in Star's pack?
(a) Sassy.
(b) Star.
(c) Goldie.
(d) Princess.

3. How did the Owens react the first time they saw hyenas playing together?
(a) They were amused.
(b) They were terrified.
(c) They were apathetic.
(d) They were confused.

4. After the fire, what did the Owens cough up for days?
(a) Smoke.
(b) Sand.
(c) Gravel.
(d) Blood.

5. What do hyenas mark to show the path they have traveled?
(a) Rocks.
(b) Grass stems.
(c) Hyenas do not mark.
(d) Trees.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which of the following items did Norbert Drager regularly bring to the Owens in their camp?

2. How did Mark and Delia stop the fire from reaching their tent?

3. Which of the following caused the Owens to lose a great deal of weight around the time of the fire?

4. Who was President when the Owens first moved to the Kalahari?

5. How long did the fire in the Kalahari last before rains quenched it?

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