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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 11: 'The Ballad of Mistah Bones' - Chapter 14: Grand Slam .

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What type of insects does Kerans see buzzing past his balcony?
(a) Bees.
(b) Triassic-sized insects.
(c) Swarms of bugs.
(d) Flies.

2. Where do Kerans and Bodkin go after leaving the base?
(a) Cutter.
(b) Sick-bay.
(c) Laboratory.
(d) Armory.

3. How do Beatrice and Bodkin react to Kerans' suggestion in the end of Chapter 10?
(a) They express doubt and concern.
(b) They decide to stay in the city square.
(c) They defer the decision to Kerans.
(d) They eagerly agree to move south across the silt flats.

4. What is described as the only true meeting ground for the remaining trio in Chapter 6?
(a) Beatrice's apartment.
(b) The laboratory.
(c) Their dreams.
(d) The nearby forest.

5. How does Kerans feel as he toys with the compass?
(a) Angry at himself.
(b) Confused about his next steps.
(c) Worried about Hardman's condition.
(d) Excited about moving south.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why did Riggs decide to turn back and return?

2. Why does Kerans approach Beatrice on the rooftop?

3. In Chapter 7, how long has it been since Riggs and his men departed?

4. Why do Strangman and his crew cease searching for Kerans in Chapter 12?

5. How does Kerans describe the temperature inside the ward?

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