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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through First Configuration.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who first set forth the theory of evolution?
(a) Luis Alvarez.
(b) George Cuvier.
(c) Charles Darwin.
(d) Luis Cuvier.

2. According to Malcolm's speech, how many species of plants and animals have existed on the planet since life began?
(a) 10 billion.
(b) 70 billion.
(c) 50 billion.
(d) 30 billion.

3. In what year is extinction first demonstrated?
(a) 1768.
(b) 1867.
(c) 1786.
(d) 1876.

4. What is the name of the American biologist who flies Levine to see the animal carcass?
(a) Marty Guitierrez.
(b) Dennis Nedry.
(c) George Baselton.
(d) Lewis Dodgson.

5. What invention makes complexity theory possible?
(a) Computers.
(b) Video recorders.
(c) The internet.
(d) Text messaging.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Levine learn about the handling of the carcasses that infuriates him?

2. Levine is upset to realize that someone has been to view the carcass before he arrives. Who beats Levine there?

3. Where is Ian Malcolm giving his speech regarding extinction and complexity theory?

4. After overhearing the telephone conversation in the San Jose airport, who does Levine immediately call?

5. When is the infamous trip to Costa Rica actually made by Malcolm and the others for InGen?

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