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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part Three - Chapters 11-15.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Chapter 1, how many years had Fawcett's adventures captivated the imaginations?
(a) Nearly 2 decades.
(b) About 18 years.
(c) 15 years.
(d) 17 years.

2. When was Fawcett's daughter Joan born?
(a) 1909.
(b) 1911.
(c) 1912.
(d) 1910.

3. In Chapter 12 after Murray got too ill to continue on the expedition, where did he end up where he was treated for his ailments?
(a) Pueblo Putaya.
(b) Breu.
(c) Alto Madidi.
(d) Saweto.

4. In Chapter 14, where was Fawcett, Costin, and others exploring when they were attached by arrows?
(a) Beni River.
(b) Camargo River.
(c) Heath River.
(d) Mapiri River.

5. How deep is the Amazon River in some places?
(a) 15 feet.
(b) 80 feet.
(c) 245 feet.
(d) 300 feet.

Short Answer Questions

1. How long of a period of time did Fawcett study at the Royal Geographical Society?

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

3. When did the Royal Geographical Society award him with a gold medal for his contributions to mapping South America?

4. How old was Fawcett's father when he died?

5. In 1907 how long was Fawcett home before he wanted to travel again?

(see the answer key)

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