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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 8: Prisoner of the Sand.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. According to Antoine, what kind of world is the desert?
(a) A secretive world.
(b) A mineral world.
(c) A barbaric world.
(d) A dangerous world.

2. What warned Antoine about the first wind storm he experienced in the desert?
(a) Insects.
(b) The French Sergeant.
(c) The moon.
(d) Snakes.

3. What sound did Antoine hear just before he was rescued?
(a) Water running.
(b) A bell ringing.
(c) A woman singing.
(d) A camel spitting.

4. When does Antoine say the clay of life is set?
(a) Adolescence.
(b) Childhood.
(c) Adulthood.
(d) Infancy.

5. What does Antoine say is the greatest benefit received by machines?
(a) They inspire progression.
(b) They raise the quality of life.
(c) They bring people together.
(d) They spread unity and love.

Short Answer Questions

1. For what was Antoine disciplined after getting lost for the first time?

2. According to Antoine, what shaped his character the most?

3. Who did Antoine wish he could shock with his adventures while he was dreaming in the desert?

4. What motivated Guillaumet to keep moving when he was stranded and alone?

5. What was most surprising to the desert men who took air tours of France?

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