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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 28 through 39.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What was the tentative translation of the phrase spoken by the survivor of the subway massacre?
(a) Horns of the devil.
(b) Knives of flint.
(c) Claws of obsidian.
(d) Alligator tail.

2. Where does Smithbeck's informant ask to meet him?
(a) The police station.
(b) The airport baggage claim area.
(c) A Penn Station bathroom.
(d) In a coffee shop.

3. On what item does D'Agosta strike a match in Chapter 7?
(a) The sole of his shoe.
(b) All answers are incorrect.
(c) The underside of his desk.
(d) The matchbox.

4. What does D'Agosta propose as a temporary alternative to attacking the creatures where they live?
(a) Gassing the tunnels.
(b) A sneak attack in 72 hours after reconnaissance.
(c) A containment effort.
(d) Finding an antidote to the drug.

5. Where do Smithback and Margo have drinks after he runs into her while she is jogging?
(a) Café des Artistes.
(b) The Rainbow Room.
(c) Hard Rock Cafe.
(d) Four Seasons.

Short Answer Questions

1. What shocking news does Frock give Margo in Chapter 22?

2. What does Hayward say to Pendergast when he asks her if she has any last words?

3. What is the closest substitute for the plant hormones that the Mbwun craves?

4. To what does D'Agosta compare the Chief's office?

5. What metaphor is used to describe the Reservoir in Chapter 16?

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