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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 31-38.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. As Norton pulls himself up the last hundred meters of the ladder, what is forming in the interior of Rama?
(a) An earthquake.
(b) Trade winds.
(c) A thunderstorm.
(d) A volcano.

2. What ships can catch up with Rama before it leaves the solar system?
(a) Only the Endeavour.
(b) The Calypso, Beagle, and Challenger.
(c) The Calypso, Beagle, and Endeavour.
(d) Only the Challenger.

3. What slides out of the wall of the pillbox-shaped structure?
(a) A tentacle.
(b) A wheel.
(c) A claw.
(d) Crossed bars.

4. What possibility causes Dr. Petera to suggest that Rama be evacuated early?
(a) The detrimental effect of total darkness on humans.
(b) Hurricanes.
(c) The discovery of a new asteroid.
(d) Excessive heat.

5. How long does the Commander wait before exploring Rama?
(a) Twelve hours.
(b) Twenty-four hours.
(c) Thirty-six hours.
(d) Eighteen hours.

Short Answer Questions

1. Most asteroids tracked by Spaceguard are described as having this sort of orbit.

2. Where is Dr. Bose born?

3. SPACEGUARD is keeping track of how many asteroids at once?

4. According to Chapter 1, what happens after the initial shock wore off in 2077?

5. What event do the inhabitants of Earth see as inevitable?

(see the answer key)

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