Narrator's Experiences and Aspirations

The speaker recounts receiving a call from Tim about an opportunity to mine for gold in the jungle. Despite being unemployed, the speaker sees this as a perfect chance due to their extensive experience in operating heavy equipment. They express excitement about exploring the rainforest, meeting locals, and possibly discovering new things, emphasizing that the experience is more valuable than the gold itself.

What was the narrator doing when Tim called him?

• Working on a project

• Sleeping and dreaming

• Having breakfast

• Driving to work

Why did the narrator find the gold mining opportunity perfect?

• He was looking for a new job

• He was interested in gold

• It aligned with his schedule and paid well

• He wanted to travel

What do people often assume about the narrator?

• He is inexperienced in construction

• He is a gold miner

• He is a skilled worker

• He is a team leader

How many years of experience does the narrator have in operating an excavator?

• 5 years

• 8 years

• 12 years

• 15 years

At what age did the narrator start operating heavy equipment?

• 15 years old

• 18 years old

• 12 years old

• 10 years old

What industry has the narrator been involved in since childhood?

• Fishing

• Heavy equipment and logging

• Agriculture

• Textile

What is the narrator's main interest in going into the rainforest?

• Finding gold

• Meeting locals and learning about natural healing

• Hunting wildlife

• Building a new home

What does the narrator hope to discover in the jungle?

• A hidden city

• A cure for cancer

• A new species of animal

• A treasure map

What does the narrator value more than finding gold?

• The adventure and experience

• The money

• The fame

• The equipment

How does the narrator plan to return from the jungle?

• By boat

• By helicopter

• Somehow, in any way possible

• By walking