Mega Rex: A Tyrannosaurus Named Scotty Quiz

Who is the author of the book "Mega Rex: A Tyrannosaurus Named Scotty"?

• Dr. John Smith

• Dr. W. Scott Persons IV

• Dr. Jane Williams

• Dr. Emily Johnson

What is the name of the Tyrannosaurus featured in the book?

• Tommy

• Rexy

• Scotty

• Spike

Where was Scotty the Tyrannosaurus discovered?

• North America

• South America

• Europe

• Asia

How old was Scotty when it died?

• 10 years

• 20 years

• 30 years

• 40 years

Why is Scotty considered one of the largest Tyrannosaurus specimens ever found?

• It was heavier than others found

• It was longer than others found

• It was taller than others found

• All are correct

What type of dinosaur is a Tyrannosaurus?

• Herbivore

• Omnivore

• Carnivore

• Insectivore

Which of the following was not a characteristic of Tyrannosaurus?

• Small arms

• Sharp claws

• Feathers

• Large head

What is paleontology?

• The study of rocks

• The study of ancient civilizations

• The study of dinosaurs and prehistoric life

• The study of weather patterns

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What are fossils?

• Ancient tools used by humans

• Remains of prehistoric plants

• Remains of ancient animals and plants preserved in rock

• Buried treasures from the past

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Who discovered the Scotty Tyrannosaurus fossil?

• Barnum Brown
• Robert Gebhardt

• Jack Horner
• Elaine Anderson