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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why did Mary decide to dig for fossils herself?
(a) She had a sudden inspiration.
(b) She didn't want the Africans to be blamed for breaking one.
(c) She needed the work to help her get over grief.
(d) She wanted to prove she was as good as the men.

2. What kind of car did Jane's father own?
(a) A Bentley.
(b) An Aston Martin.
(c) A Jaguar.
(d) A Cortina.

3. What kind of bird has Tinbergen examined?
(a) Hawks.
(b) Seagulls.
(c) Robins.
(d) Eagles.

4. What did Jane get a job doing during the holidays?
(a) Working in the stable.
(b) Working in a cowshed.
(c) Collecting duck eggs.
(d) Working on a chicken farm.

5. What did Lorenz find out about the relationship between male and female geese?
(a) They kiss each other.
(b) They always hate each other.
(c) They go through painful separations.
(d) They are faithful to each other.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why did Leakey offer Goodall a job?

2. Which famous king once lived on the grounds of Jane's father's estate?

3. How was Danny Nutt related to Jane?

4. What is the first thing baby geese learn?

5. What does Jane say is the only animal more fascinating than the chimpanzee?

(see the answer key)

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