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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 2, Superstition Exhibition: Chapters 27-32.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is the name of the new exhibit being developed for the museum?
(a) Religious Ceremonies of Aboriginal People.
(b) Supernatural.
(c) New World Discoveries.
(d) Superstition.

2. What did D'Agosta learn about Pendergast's past that he is not sure he believes?
(a) He was educated in a European boarding school.
(b) He was the sole survivor of a Cambodian death camp in Vietnam.
(c) He is the only son of a famous oil tycoon.
(d) He was a highly decorated soldier in the early days of Vietnam.

3. Why does Smithback claim he likes the Museum of Natural History's library carrels in Chapter 27?
(a) He can hide, study stolen documents, or sleep.
(b) They are big and roomy.
(c) He can spread out the many books he uses for research.
(d) They are cozy and promote conversation.

4. What causes Margo to run from the exhibit hall in Chapter 20?
(a) The sound of Dr. Cuthbert entering.
(b) The yells of a security guard.
(c) A goat-like smell and odd noises.
(d) A goat-like smell and red, beady eyes.

5. Why did Dr. Cuthbert move the Whittlesey crates into the Secure Area?
(a) To protect them from someone attempting to steal something out of them.
(b) To keep someone from curating them.
(c) To keep someone from using them in a different exhibit.
(d) To keep someone from breaking something inside.

Short Answer Questions

1. What happens to D'Agosta at the crime scene in Chapter 14 that has not happened to him in more than twenty years of police work?

2. In what way does Pendergast suggest Dr. Wright is obstructing the murder investigation?

3. Who calls Margo in Chapter 11 that leaves her emotionally drained and upset?

4. How many claws does the Mbwun figurine have on its front legs?

5. Who is Charlie Prine?

(see the answer key)

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