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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 11.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What did Canopus do for the Natives of Shikasta?
(a) Showed them how to use tools and fire.
(b) Hastened their evolution by introducing a new species.
(c) Helped them to master mathematics and astronomy.
(d) Made the planet's climate more hospitable.

2. How are the Giants affected when Shikasta is cut off from the Lock?
(a) They are no longer able to communicate with the Natives.
(b) They become enraged.
(c) They lose some of their cognitive powers.
(d) They fall into a deep hibernation.

3. In Chapter 6, to whom does Johor teach some of the basic tenets of Canopean civilization?
(a) Benjamin and Rachel.
(b) Suzannah and Rachel.
(c) David and Sais.
(d) Ben and Rilla.

4. What is Johor's relationship to Taufiq?
(a) Son.
(b) Father.
(c) Brother.
(d) Uncle.

5. What does Johor try to locate on Shikasta, in Chapter 6?
(a) The Shammat transmittor.
(b) The capitol city of the Giants.
(c) The Canopean embassy.
(d) The capitol city of the Natives.

Short Answer Questions

1. How are the cities on Shikasta constructed?

2. What is the relationship between the Giants and Natives on Shikasta?

3. Johor's worst experience is with what planet?

4. What would have the second individual's defense have been, if she had the proper lawyer?

5. What do the Canopeans blame for the conflicts in the 20th century?

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