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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part One - Chapters 1-5.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Chapter 2, at what elevation does the Amazon River begin?
(a) About 18,500 feet.
(b) Over 18,000 feet.
(c) 17,500 feet.
(d) 14,900 feet.

2. An expedition of how many men went to the area of Z and died?
(a) 740.
(b) 1,400.
(c) 1,100.
(d) 800.

3. In Chapter 5, when did Grann visit the Royal Geographical Society?
(a) 2007.
(b) 2006.
(c) 2005.
(d) 2004.

4. What was the name of the company that owned the SS Vauban?
(a) Arkona Group.
(b) Hain Steamship Company.
(c) Lamport & Holt.
(d) Cie Maritime Belge.

5. In Chapter 2, how long did James Lynch once go without sleep when he was hiking?
(a) 48 hours.
(b) 12 hours.
(c) 72 hours.
(d) 24 hours.

Short Answer Questions

1. What percent of the waters from South American drain into the Amazon?

2. How old was Grann in Chapter 3?

3. What birthday did Lynch celebrate when he went on his expedition to find what happened to Fawcett?

4. In Chapter 4, how old was Fawcett when he was sent to the Royal Military Academy at Woolwich?

5. What was the name of the fort where Fawcett served in Chapter 4?

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