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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 41-45.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Rachel see the fossilized imprint of when she sees a sample of the meteorite?
(a) A large bug.
(b) A person.
(c) A snake.
(d) A deer.

2. How many feet thick is the ice shelf attached to the glacier where the meteorite was found?
(a) 100.
(b) 150.
(c) 50.
(d) 200.

3. How does the Delta Force describe the situation to the controller after the scientists realize salt water is around the meteorite?
(a) A small obstacle.
(b) An error.
(c) A serious problem.
(d) A major flaw.

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

5. In what year do the scientists believe the meteorite to have fallen?
(a) 1790.
(b) 1654.
(c) 1716.
(d) 1820.

Short Answer Questions

1. How many civilian scientists had President Herney enlisted to ensure NASA's discovery was accurate?

2. What does Rachel say would be hurt for the meteorite discovery if one part of the findings comes into question?

3. How many ice samples had Norah taken of the meteorite to confirm it was fresh water?

4. What is the name of Senator Sexton's campaign assistant?

5. What does the president want to know if Rachel shares her father's poor opinion of during their first meeting?

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