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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 46-50.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does GPR stand for that is used by the scientists to see if the glacier has saltwater?
(a) Great Penetrating Radar.
(b) Gentle Probing Redactor.
(c) Ground Probing Radar.
(d) Ground Penetrating Radar.

2. What does Rachel believe NASA has discovered evidence of in Chapter 11?
(a) Terrorist threat.
(b) A new planet.
(c) A space ship.
(d) Extra-terrestrial life.

3. What had the president done just after a meeting with NASA the previous week according to Senator Sexton and Gabrielle's conversation?
(a) Went into hiding.
(b) Booked a vacation.
(c) Jammed his schedule.
(d) Cleared his schedule.

4. What have the Delta Force been authorized to protect regarding the Milne Ice Shelf?
(a) Its secrets.
(b) Its location.
(c) Its lies.
(d) Its composition.

5. What is Senator Sexton's main complaint regarding NASA?
(a) Their lies.
(b) Their secrecy.
(c) Their overspending.
(d) Their failure.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does the president wish Rachel to do for his staff when he speaks with her over video link?

2. What is the name of the NASA administrator who greets Rachel at the glacier?

3. How many feet thick is the ice shelf attached to the glacier where the meteorite was found?

4. Where is Gabriel heading at the end of Chapter 50?

5. How does the Delta Force describe the situation to the controller after the scientists realize salt water is around the meteorite?

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