Andrew Flynn, NMSU geology professor, has worked with scientists at Baylor University, New Mexico Tech, the University of Edinburgh, the Smithsonian Institution and others around the world to better understand the mass extinction event that wiped out dinosaurs. During his research, Flynn discovered that the New Mexico dinosaur fauna was dominated by the large, long-necked sauropod Alamosaurus. How much do you know about this creature?
1. How long was the Alamosaurus’ body?
A. The length of two football fields
B. The length of five Olympic-sized swimming pools
C. As long as the Empire State Building is tall
D. The length of two semitractor-trailer rigs
2. What existing animal do scientists compare the Alamosaurus to?
A. Giraffe
B. Elephant
C. Blue whale
D. Hippo
Answers: 1: D, 2: C
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