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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part Two - Chapters 6-10.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When did Bolivia and Brazil attempt to build a railroad through the jungle?
(a) 1873.
(b) 1870.
(c) 1872.
(d) 1874.

2. What was the name of the fort where Fawcett served in Chapter 4?
(a) Thomas.
(b) William.
(c) Frederick.
(d) Davidson.

3. In Chapter 1, how old was Fawcett?
(a) 43.
(b) 39.
(c) 57.
(d) 61.

4. When did the Royal Geographical Society award him with a gold medal for his contributions to mapping South America?
(a) 1912.
(b) 1899.
(c) 1919.
(d) 1916.

5. When was Fawcett born?
(a) 1865.
(b) 1864.
(c) 1866.
(d) 1867.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Chapter 1, what size was the SS Vauban?

2. In 1900, where were classes held at the Royal Geographical Society?

3. In Chapter 6, how fast were automobiles first allowed to travel in London?

4. In 1888, how many fox terriers did Fawcett have in his room?

5. In Chapter 1, what occupation did Jack Fawcett wish to pursue after he returned from the expedition to Z?

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