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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which of the following subjects was Herman uninterested in?
(a) Biology
(b) Chemistry
(c) Genetics
(d) Biochemistry

2. What fantasy did Watson have for how he would become involved in his work?
(a) Watson would develop a new biochemistry technique
(b) Watson would show Wilkins his crystallized images
(c) Watson would transfer his postgraduate fellowship to Wilkins
(d) Wilkins would become his sister's suitor

3. In what year did the author meet Crick?
(a) 1951
(b) 1945
(c) 1928
(d) 1963

4. Which of the following words best describes Maurice as a scientist?
(a) Cautious
(b) Uncaring
(c) Belligerent
(d) Awkward

5. Which of the following subjects did Watson avoid during his graduate work?
(a) Chemisty
(b) Biology
(c) Biochemistry
(d) Genetics

Short Answer Questions

1. Who first excited Watson about using x-rays to study DNA?

2. What is the purpose of the preface in this text?

3. Which of the following characters was already working on the problem of DNA in London with Crick?

4. In what language were many of the lectures given that Watson attended?

5. Which of the following characters was on the edge of being fired?

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