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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 8.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How long does it take for Dirk to get the helicopter the Martha Ann is carrying from a cold start into the air?
(a) One hour.
(b) 90 seconds.
(c) 10 minutes.
(d) 40 seconds.

2. Who does Dirk call first to report the incident with the gray van?
(a) The Honolulu Police.
(b) ADM Sandecker.
(c) ADM Hunter.
(d) Adrian Hunter.

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

4. Why does Dirk's gun do him no good in the shootout with the gray Dodge van that tails him after he leaves the museum?
(a) He can't reach it.
(b) His aim is terrible.
(c) He never loaded the ammunition.
(d) It is stolen out of his car.

5. Besides his direction on delivering his message, what is CDR Dupree's final request?
(a) Do not search for us.
(b) Let the world know there ARE extra-terrestrials on Earth.
(c) Please communicate with my family.
(d) Do not let them get us.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Dirk suggest the captain's log from the Starbuck is forged?

2. Who is Dirk Pitt's father?

3. Why does Dirk take Summer back to his hotel room after he knocks her out?

4. Whose responsibility is it to plot the new search area for the Martha Ann after Dirk's interpretation of the evidence?

5. What does Dirk wear to report for his first day of duty with ADM Hunter?

(see the answer key)

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