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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 53-59.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Chapter 53, how long does it take for the meteorite to become settled on the tower that will lower it into the cargo hold?
(a) Twenty-four hours.
(b) Forty-five minutes.
(c) Two hours.
(d) Twenty minutes.

2. In Chapter 58, who does Lloyd give ultimate credit to for the success of the recovery of the meteorite?
(a) Himself.
(b) Masangkay.
(c) McFarlane.
(d) Glinn.

3. In Chapter 44, Glinn calls what person to inform them on the current situation?
(a) Lloyd.
(b) Lloyd's secretary.
(c) McFarlane.
(d) Chilean officials.

4. What item of modern technology does Sam McFarlane attempt to get San Bushmen to use in order to help him search for meteorites?
(a) Large magnets.
(b) Seismograph machines.
(c) Cell phones.
(d) Metal detectors.

5. In Chapter 38, Amira tells McFarlane that she collected what unusual arachnid?
(a) Brown recluse.
(b) Tarantulas.
(c) Scorpions.
(d) Black widows.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Chapter 39, Vallenar reads a letter from what type of scientist?

2. Where does Glinn ask to meet McFarlane in Chapter 20?

3. What is the name of the channel where the Rolvaag lowers its anchor during the recovery of the meteorite?

4. In Chapter 42, what covers the sounds of Timmer's approach as he infiltrates the perimeter of the staging area?

5. What is a dead man switch?

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