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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 9-12.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Peter agree to do for Nora?
(a) None of the above.
(b) Use the computer at Cal Tech to help her find the road her father describes.
(c) Intercede with Dr. Blakewood on her behalf.
(d) Put in a good word/reference for employment at Cal Tech.

2. What does JPL stand for?
(a) Jet Propulsion Laboratory.
(b) James Pedersen Locomotion
(c) Jacob Plonk's Library
(d) Jeffrey Printing Logistics

3. Why is it so important for Nora to find the fabled city?
(a) To clear her father's name and reputation.
(b) To find the gold and be rich.
(c) To become famous.
(d) To prove it exists.

4. Where does Peter Holroyd meet Nora for the first time?
(a) The Institute.
(b) Nora's home.
(c) Cal Tech.
(d) Pizza parlor.

5. What does Nora ask Dr. Blakewood for permission to do?
(a) Hold a press conference.
(b) Fund the expedition to find Quivira.
(c) Use radar technology to broaden her search.
(d) Display her new potherd collection.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does the figure in the cave chant?

2. Who is the wrangler hired by Goddard?

3. Who suggests Nora call Cal Tech?

4. What does Nora find when she leaves the family farm?

5. What does Ernest Goddard pass around the fire circle for everyone to rub together?

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