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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Section 2: The Script, pages 25-50.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is the foundation of modern life to the narrator?
(a) Joy.
(b) Jealousy.
(c) Rage.
(d) Fear.

2. William Tallis died from ___________.
(a) Cancer of the throat.
(b) A botched surgery.
(c) A heart attack.
(d) A hit-and-run car accident.

3. What kind of primate represents the "least among man," according to the narrator?
(a) The gorilla.
(b) The cheeky monkey.
(c) The baboon.
(d) The chimpanzee.

4. What does Dr. Schneeglock blame for Dr. Poole's lack of a fulfillment of his promise?
(a) Dr. Poole is a gambler with significant debts.
(b) Dr. Poole's mother died when he was only a baby.
(c) Dr. Poole still lives with his mother.
(d) Dr. Poole is promiscuous and cannot stay with one woman.

5. What is the subject of the song the female baboon sings?
(a) War.
(b) Love.
(c) Art.
(d) Food.

Short Answer Questions

1. On what date do the explorer-scientists set out from New Zealand?

2. In the beginning of the screenplay, baboons have gathered in what place?

3. What promise does Bob make to Rosie?

4. What is the leashed scientist beaten with by the female baboon holding him?

5. Who was NOT among the team of scientists from New Zealand?

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