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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. Dr. Ernst cautioned Jimmy Pak to avoid something while on the trip with Dragonfly. What?
2. When on top of the levee at the far side of the city, what concerns Norton?
3. Who is in charge of the Endeavour while Norton receives the Triple-A message?
4. What does Jimmy do while circling New York?
5. Who asks the Commander to send a priority message to the earth?
Short Essay Questions
1. Explain the supposed similarities between a termite colony and Rama.
2. What are some of the ways that are considered to rescue Jimmy Pak?
3. Commander Norton speculates about the origin of the lights on Rama. What are some of his theories?
4. Why is Jimmy Pak able to remain calm as he struggles to land the sky-bike?
5. Why is it the case that some planets in the solar system are not represented in the United Planets?
6. How is it possible that the spider-like creature sneaks up on Norton, Rodrigo, Calvert, and Ernst while they are watching the evening news telecast?
7. Why is Chapter 27 entitled, "Electric Wind"?
8. How does Commander Norton feel about Boris Rodrigo's request to send a priority message to the Mother Church?
9. Why does Norton order the Revolution to return to shore as quickly as possible after seeing the giant starfish?
10. Why are Hermians compared to Spartans?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
Scientists often have an unquenchable thirst for knowledge and may take reckless risks in order to make a scientific discovery or breakthrough. Quite a few members of the crew of the Endeavour and the Rama Committee are scientists. Pick two characters who are scientists and compare and contrast their attitude toward taking risks in the name of science.
Essay Topic 2
There are two extreme positions about Rama in the book--the position of the Hermians and the position of the explorers. Describe these two positions. Compare and contrast these two positions using characters' behavior and events to prove your point.
Essay Topic 3
Describe what a Simp is, how Simps contribute to the running of the Endeavour, and the pros and cons of having them aboard. Is the author drawing any parallels between Simps and the biots found on Rama? Compare and contrast Simps and the biots.
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