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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In the 1840s, who calls the giant fossils that he finds "Dinosauria"?
(a) Edward James.
(b) John Ostrom.
(c) Luis Alvarez.
(d) Richard Owen.

2. From the high hide, who does Arby see trying to make his way to the river?
(a) King.
(b) Dodgson.
(c) Carr.
(d) Baselton.

3. What is the name of the boat captain who agrees to take Dodgson and his team to the island in spite of the unfavorable weather conditions?
(a) Sesor Martinez.
(b) Sesor Nevan.
(c) Sesor Alvarez.
(d) Sesor Gandoca.

4. According to Malcolm, animals living and dying against a very active background of our planet accounts for what percentage of extinction?
(a) 75%.
(b) 84%.
(c) 90%.
(d) 97%.

5. When Thorne and Malcolm arrive in Costa Rica, who warns them about the lack of gasoline, supplies, and roads on Isla Sorna?
(a) An adventure seeker.
(b) A customs officer.
(c) An expedition leader.
(d) A pilot.

Short Answer Questions

1. According to Malcolm's speech, how many species of plants and animals have existed on the planet since life began?

2. According to Malcolm, what is the characteristic human trait?

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

4. As Malcolm, Thorne, and Carr continue to explore the complex, what are they surprised to find?

5. Levine is interested in the islands off the Costa Rican coast. Which island houses a Club Med resort?

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