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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 13, Section 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When ancient Hebrews sacrificed an animal to their god, how did they use the horns?
(a) they didn't use them
(b) to strenthen the altar for a larger animal
(c) to cage the animal
(d) poured blood into the horns

2. What would Dillard suggest for food instead of creature eating creature?
(a) bread and water
(b) no one needing food at all
(c) everyone being vegetarians
(d) manna

3. Why do birds sing?
(a) because they like to hear themselves
(b) to praise the sun
(c) scientists really do not know why birds sing
(d) to signal to other birds

4. Dillard writes that she is an avid collector of what?
(a) strange insects
(b) feathers
(c) snake skins
(d) facts and ideas

5. Generally, what will praying mantises eat?
(a) they eat tree roots
(b) they will eat anything small enough for it to capture - even tiny garter snakes
(c) they will eat the leaves off of trees
(d) they eat flower petals

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the literal act of seeing?

2. What does the author believe separates humans from their creator and humans from each other?

3. Why did Dillard name this chapter "Seeing?"

4. How does Dillard believe the seeking of God takes place?

5. What sport does the author play come spring?

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