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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Section 10, Pages 445 - 500.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. At Jordan's luncheon, who presents Louise with a "perfect" diamond?
(a) Zouga.
(b) Ralph.
(c) Cecil.
(d) Jordan.

2. Where does the meeting between Zouga and the nameless man take place?
(a) A cave.
(b) A farmhouse.
(c) A church.
(d) A tavern.

3. Which is NOT one of the names given to the competition groups?
(a) Eagles.
(b) Cranes.
(c) Shrikes.
(d) Hawks.

4. What rank does Zouga Ballantyne hold?
(a) Major.
(b) Captain.
(c) Colonel.
(d) Admiral.

5. How much earlier than Zouga's book is Robyn's book published?
(a) Two months.
(b) Four months.
(c) Eight months.
(d) Six months.

Short Answer Questions

1. What "treasures" are the tribal warriors in search of that caused them to leave their homeland?

2. What stands at the head of the steps to the cottage that used to belong to Tom Harkness that Zouga is now living in?

3. From what tribe are the men that Zouga comes upon as he is searching for men to work his diamond claims?

4. How much money does Naaiman offer to Bazo for the diamond that Bazo found while in the pit, after the rains cause the road to give way?

5. Who comes to visit Zouga to "inform" him of what wages he can pay, per the Digger's Committee?

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