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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Dodgson tells the head of Biosyn that there could be a lucrative market in selling dinosaurs. To whom does Dodgson suggest selling them?
(a) Hunters.
(b) Universities.
(c) Enthusiasts.
(d) Zoos.

2. Who is the head of Biosyn?
(a) Ed James.
(b) Edward Carr.
(c) George Baselton.
(d) Jeff Rossiter.

3. What is the profession of the person walking with Malcolm across the open courtyard after the lecture ends?
(a) Chemistry.
(b) History.
(c) Palentology.
(d) Biology.

4. According to Malcolm's speech, how many species of plants and animals have existed on the planet since life began?
(a) 10 billion.
(b) 50 billion.
(c) 70 billion.
(d) 30 billion.

5. How much of Biosyn's money has Dodgson lost in his corporate espionage attempts?
(a) $3.75 million.
(b) $1.25 million.
(c) $2.5 million.
(d) $1.75 million.

Short Answer Questions

1. Instead of thanking his rescuer for saving him from the charging dinosaur, what does Levine do?

2. According to the person who first notified Levine of the carcass, where have numerous other carcasses been turning up in Costa Rica?

3. What does Levine learn about the handling of the carcasses that infuriates him?

4. Where is Ian Malcolm giving his speech regarding extinction and complexity theory?

5. While other species in the animal kingdom fight for food, what do humans - in Malcolm's opinion - fight for?

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