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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Up in the Air: Chapter 1.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How many species of birds has the Pacific rat killed off?
(a) None.
(b) At least 10,000 species.
(c) At least 100 species.
(d) At least 1,000 species.

2. What could be used if a gene drive goes rogue?
(a) A CRISPR sequence.
(b) A GOTCHA sequence.
(c) A CATCHA sequence.
(d) A ROGUE sequence.

3. Which country produces the most emissions?
(a) The U.S.
(b) China.
(c) Russia.
(d) All African nations combined.

4. In Into the Wild: Chapter 3, why does Kolbert begin with an explanation of the Norse god, Odin?
(a) To show how dangerous it is to play God.
(b) To compare him to the genetic-engineering company, Odin.
(c) To show the similarities between gods and humans.
(d) To compare him to the powers of nature.

5. What is Kolbert expecting to see in the SeaSim in Townsville, Australia?
(a) The changing of colors of coral.
(b) Coral spawning.
(c) Small fish that live among the coral.
(d) Coral being put under strain.

Short Answer Questions

1. How many trees would have to be planted to remove a significant amount of carbon dioxide?

2. To what island does Kolbert compare desert ecosystems?

3. Who does Tizard bring on to help with the details of toad experiments?

4. Lackner also believes that dealing with emissions should be similar to dealing with what?

5. How far underground would carbon dioxide be injected?

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