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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. When the men from the Foundation talk about the "old ways" they are referring to what?

2. What did Bel Riose establish on Wanda?

3. How many ships of Riose's were captured by the Foundation?

4. What does Riose have to show that his ship was captured by enemies?

5. What is Barr's home planet called?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why did Seldon create the two Foundations?

2. What does Randu say that a battle between the Mule and the Foundation would do?

3. Describe Indbur the Third.

4. What happens to Seldon's Plan over time?

5. What did Bodrig do with the information Devers gave him?

6. What did Devers earn by giving Luk a gift?

7. Describe the planet of Trantor.

8. What has prompted Bodrig to be concerned about Riose?

9. What is noteworthy about the actions of the men from the Foundation regarding Riose's ship?

10. When Bayta talks with the men about the state of affairs and of Seldon's Plan, what does she say that Seldon's life's work was aimed at?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Bayta says that there are too many coincidences that have occurred in their travels. What are some of the coincidences that have occurred, and how have they foreshadowed future events? Cite examples from the book to support your answer.

Essay Topic 2

Pritcher resists, but eventually converts, to the Mule's side. Why does Bayta believe it is fair for her and Toran to have the same experience? Cite examples from the story to support your answer.

Essay Topic 3

How do the people of the Empire, and the Mule, view the Foundation and the Second Foundation? Is there a difference between the way the two Foundations are viewed? Use examples from the book to support your answer.

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