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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Into the Wild: Chapters 1-2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What problem does Joe Harvey mention to Kolbert?
(a) The carp problem.
(b) The sewage problem.
(c) The flood problem.
(d) The sinking problem.

2. Where is Gates’ institution located?
(a) In the Mohave.
(b) Off the coast of Oahu, HI.
(c) Jamaica.
(d) Off the coast of Sydney, Australia.

3. How deep is Devil’s Hole at its deepest?
(a) At least 500 feet deep.
(b) At least 5,000 feet deep.
(c) At least 1,500 feet deep.
(d) At least 50 feet deep.

4. What was the original name of New Orleans, as given by Kolbert in this book?
(a) L’Isle de la Nouvelle Orléans.
(b) Bulbancha.
(c) NOLA.
(d) L'isle de Duc de l'Orléans.

5. What book does Kolbert say led to the introduction of Asian carp in U.S. rivers?
(a) Rachel The Control of Nature.
(b) Fish Are Our Friends.
(c) The evils of Pesticides.
(d) How to Control Non-Native Species.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is NOT something that Kolbert says human domination over nature has caused?

2. Why was Manly’s trip west end up so arduous?

3. What had those living in the Plaquemenes done to protect their homes after Hurricanes Katrina and Rita?

4. How did Ruth Gates fall in love with the ocean?

5. Why do people in Asia not want to buy Asian carp from the U.S.?

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