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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 10, Section 1.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How large might a root system for winter rye grass plant grow?
(a) one root that grows straight down for 100 yards
(b) 378 miles of roots and 6,000 miles of root hairs
(c) 65 miles of roots and 2,000 miles of root hairs
(d) a shallow system above ground spread for 15 acres

2. What about the creek creates healing sounds?
(a) the lap of the water against the bank
(b) the creek is sprinkled with large rocks, which enliven the water
(c) the sound of fish jumping at dusk
(d) the sound of frogs jumping into the water

3. How do ladybugs hibernate?
(a) ladybugs hibernate under the roots of trees
(b) ladybugs hibernate in large masses
(c) ladybugs hide beneath the bark on trees
(d) ladybugs die off in winter

4. How does Dillard visualize the present?
(a) as the middle of everything
(b) as a hawk soaring on the breeze
(c) as a hummingbird that stops for nectar
(d) as a wave that explodes over her head

5. According to Dillard, how is the past healed?
(a) by focusing on the future
(b) by ignoring it
(c) if one stays in the present, the past is healed
(d) by meditating on forgiveness

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Dillard say is the driving force after reproduction in the animal kingdom?

2. Fecundity could be defined as:

3. According to Dillard, the "simple" is transformed by evolution into what?

4. What does the author believe about the difference between abundant plant life and abundant insect life?

5. Why would Dillard say some trees are like body builders?

(see the answer key)

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