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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 1: On the Beach at the Ritz - Chapter 2: The Coming of the Iquanas.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Chapter 2, what does Kerans see from across the water?
(a) Biological testing center.
(b) Massive geophysical upheavals.
(c) Iguanas.
(d) Marmosets.

2. Why does Kerans approach Beatrice on the rooftop?
(a) To discuss the weather.
(b) To invite her for a swim.
(c) To ask for a drink.
(d) To convince her to leave.

3. What natural phenomenon does Kerans observe below from his balcony?
(a) Earthquakes.
(b) Sandstorms.
(c) Tornadoes.
(d) Eruptions.

4. What realization does Kerans have while talking to Beatrice?
(a) He should have already left.
(b) Riggs is staying permanently.
(c) He should leave with Riggs.
(d) They will stay permanently if Riggs leaves.

5. What is the name of the man who watches the sun rise in Chapter 1?
(a) Hardman.
(b) Bodkin.
(c) Kerans.
(d) Colonel Riggs.

Short Answer Questions

1. What problem does Riggs ask Kerans to help him with?

2. How does Beatrice react when Kerans tells her that Riggs and his men will be leaving?

3. After Riggs leaves, what does Beatrice offer Kerans?

4. What does Kerans realize about the scenery he admired from his balcony?

5. Who catches Kerans and Riggs eyeing her in a bikini?

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