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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. According to CDR Dupree's log, which compartment in the sub is the only compartment breached?
(a) The forward torpedo room.
(b) The captain's quarters.
(c) The reactor room.
(d) The aft missile cabin.

2. How does Admiral Hunter know that Dirk has never served on a submarine?
(a) Dirk does not have the right military bearing.
(b) Dirk does not recognize the communications capsule.
(c) Dirk does not understand the significance of what he read.
(d) ADM Hunter has never heard of Dirk.

3. What is Dirk's official professional title?
(a) Director of the National Maritime Domain Council.
(b) Naval Appropriations Director.
(c) Special Projects Director of the National Underwater and Marine Agency.
(d) National Undersea Warfare, Chief Counsel.

4. By ADM Hunter's estimation, how deep is the water where the Starbuck sinks?
(a) 3,000 yards.
(b) 500 feet.
(c) 160 feet.
(d) 1 nautical mile.

5. Who is the author of the manuscript, excerpts of which are transcribed in Chapter 2?
(a) Dirk Pratt.
(b) CDR Dupree.
(c) SN Farris.
(d) ADM Hunter.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Dirk first do with the manuscript he finds?

2. Where is Dirk at the opening of the book?

3. How does the Starbuck hit the seafloor?

4. What does Dirk discover in Summer's hand when he goes to pick her up and take her back to the hotel?

5. What color are Dirk's eyes?

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