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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Section 5: Quicksilver, pages 279-335.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Whom does Wilkins ask to carry on his work?
(a) Leibneiz.
(b) Comstock.
(c) Daniel.
(d) Hooke.

2. Why is Oldenburg arrested?
(a) Adultery.
(b) Larceny.
(c) Treason.
(d) Foreign correspondance.

3. Where does Daniel run when Wilkins's death is discussed?
(a) The lobby.
(b) The street.
(c) The square.
(d) The garden.

4. What does Daniel retrieve for Newton during the play?
(a) A hat.
(b) A drink.
(c) Some notes.
(d) His book.

5. What area did Wilkins make bad decisions in before his death?
(a) Society.
(b) Literature.
(c) Science.
(d) Politics.

Short Answer Questions

1. How long did it take Daniel to make the hole at a college?

2. Where is the debate over Wilkins autopsy held?

3. What kind of language did Wilkins want to create?

4. Why does Daniel wait at the Square on London Bridge?

5. Princess Caroline wants Daniel's help with _____________.

(see the answer key)

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