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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 60-68.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Vallenar dislike disposable razors as discussed in Chapter 28?
(a) Two blades are not enough to give a good shave.
(b) They are cheap.
(c) Two blades are a waste when one is good enough. It is typical of American inventions.
(d) They do not shave closely enough.

2. In Chapter 30, McFarlane says tests on a sample of the meteorite will reveal what properties?
(a) Electron configuration, chemical, and atomic radius.
(b) Electrical, chemical, and physical.
(c) Physical, chemical, and electron configuration.
(d) Electrical and chemical only.

3. In Chapter 58, what did Lloyd do throughout the fight with the Almirante Ramirez?
(a) Banged on the door, issuing orders.
(b) Paced restlessly.
(c) Nothing.
(d) Called the Chilean government.

4. In Chapter 53, how long does it take for the meteorite to become settled on the tower that will lower it into the cargo hold?
(a) Forty-five minutes.
(b) Two hours.
(c) Twenty-four hours.
(d) Twenty minutes.

5. In Chapter 57, whom does Glinn feel admires him for his actions?
(a) Britton.
(b) Lloyd.
(c) Amira.
(d) McFarlane.

Short Answer Questions

1. How much does Garza believe the meteorite weighs as discussed in Chapter 31?

2. What illness does Puppup claim killed his wife in Chapter 36?

3. In Chapter 61, what happens to the bridge's computers as they watch the movement on radar of the ship in pursuit of the Rolvaag?

4. What famous assassination are Glinn's team reenacting when McFarlane arrives at EES's offices in Chapter 6?

5. What is the name of the meteorite that caused the falling out between McFarlane and Masangkay?

(see the answer key)

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