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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. According to the theory of "survival of the fittest," what is most important to gene preservation?

2. How did Muffin die?

3. What was the name of the cottage owned by Dolene and Simon Paul?

4. How did Star's pups react when Delia came within touching distance of them?

5. What did Mark rub on Blue's skin to try to treat her illness?

Short Essay Questions

1. How did Bones' death affect the way of life for the subjects of the Owens' study?

2. What was Mark's first reaction to the wildebeest migration when he saw it?

3. How did Muffin die?

4. What scientific visitors did the Owens receive at their camp during the dry season of 1979?

5. Why were the Owens surprised when the Blue Pride accepted Happy as one of their own?

6. How many wildebeest died during their migration, and how?

7. How did Delia interact with Star's pups during her research period for her PhD?

8. What was Satan, and how did he die?

9. How did the Owens find out that Mox had quit his position as their assistant?

10. Who were Wes and Anne?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

When the Owens first chose the Kalahari as their research site, they were immediately presented with major problems that threatened the success of their research. Choose two of the major problems that the Owens faced within the first month of moving to the Kalahari. How did each of these problems arise? What was the Owens' reaction to each of these problems? Do you think these were overreactions given the situations or under reactions? How can you tell? Finally, describe how each of these problems were solved so that the Owens were able to stay and research in the Kalahari.

Essay Topic 2

Of all the lions the Owens came into contact with, they arguably had the closest relationship with Bones. First, describe the situation in which the Owens were first introduced to Bones. How did the relationship between the Owens and Bones grow over the next few years? Then, describe how Bones died. What was the reaction from the Owens when they heard the news that Bones was dead? How did Bones' death affect the Owens' research and their relationship with animal preservation in the Kalahari? Be sure to include examples from the text to strengthen your arguments.

Essay Topic 3

During the hot, dry season, life on the Kalahari changes greatly, particularly for the Blue Pride of lions. First, describe the setting of the Kalahari during the hot, dry season. How does life in the Kalahari during the dry season compare / contrast to life on the Kalahari during the wet season? Then, describe the ways the lions alter their hunting, feeding, and living styles during the dry season. In what ways do the lions preserve their pride even when water and food is in low supply? Be sure to include examples from the text to strengthen your arguments.

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