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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 11, The Beach of Bones.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Early in Chapter 6, what does Rod accuse Jack of stealing?
(a) Colonel Bowie.
(b) His vest and shirt.
(c) His salt.
(d) Lady Macbeth.

2. Why does Rod's instructor try to discourage him from taking the final exam?
(a) He believes Rod is too emotional and sentimental to be a survivor.
(b) He wants Rod to take the class again before attempting the final exam.
(c) He wants Rod to stay home with his family.
(d) He believes Rod is too cocky and unfeeling to be a survivor.

3. What piece of equipment does Rod use to help him sleep securely during his first night on the unknown planet?
(a) A protective plexiglass dome.
(b) A hammock.
(c) A sleeping bag.
(d) Mosquito netting.

4. Why does Rod's friend consider dropping out of the survival course?
(a) He is afraid.
(b) His family has financial difficulties.
(c) He has the flu.
(d) He plans to change schools.

5. What two people arrive near the end of Chapter 7, joining the original three in their new settlement?
(a) Johann and Caroline.
(b) Bob and Caroline.
(c) Bob and Carmen.
(d) Johann and Carmen.

Short Answer Questions

1. How do Rod and Jack break the fever of the person they discovered in a tree in Chapter 6?

2. What element is needed to power the transport tunnels?

3. What is the planned duration of Rod's survival test?

4. During an evening meeting in Chapter 10, who stands up and demands information regarding a constitution and bill of rights?

5. What revelation does Jimmy make at the end of Chapter 6 regarding Jack that shocks Rod?

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