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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 24.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What did Watson and Crick hope in regards to this new structure of DNA?
(a) They hoped to develop the model based on his structure
(b) They hoped to expand on his knowledge
(c) They hoped Pauling was wrong
(d) They hoped to publish it before Pauling

2. Who arrived at Cambridge as a student?
(a) Pauling's son
(b) Rosy
(c) Sir Lawrence's daughter
(d) Chargraff

3. Why do you think Watson told the fellowship committee that his only real interest was crystallography?
(a) To show his interest in biochemistry
(b) So they would approve his transfer
(c) To convince them to let him work with Markham
(d) So they would understand his needs and desires

4. What is the purpose of the preface in this text?
(a) To outline the main events of the book
(b) To introduce the characters
(c) To define what type of book it is
(d) To set the purpose and scope

5. What had Watson neglected to do at Rosy's lecture?
(a) Thank her for her time
(b) Gather her samples for them to review themselves
(c) Take notes
(d) Ask more questions of her

Short Answer Questions

1. Which of the following characters didn't believe that helices were the answer to the structure of DNA?

2. How much less money was his new fellowship offer for?

3. Which of the following terms best describes how Watson felt about chemistry BEFORE meeting Wilkins?

4. Where was Pauling held up when he was on his way to speak at the conference?

5. Where were Maurice and Rosy from?

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