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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. What is the proper term for Luna, according to the Federated Nations?

2. Who planted the question about police and military that was asked of Davis?

3. What can the laser drills do?

4. After the initial battle of the Revolution, what does Mike begin controlling?

5. What is the Chairman's main concern?

Short Essay Questions

1. What is the content of Selene's first speech?

2. What is the Chairman's response to Davis and Prof at the end of chapter 16?

3. What does Anna mention during the family's dinnertime discussion?

4. What is the result of the "Battle in Corridors"?

5. Why is the Declaration dated 4 July?

6. What happens at the Davis family's dinner in chapter 15?

7. How is the trip to Terra for Davis?

8. What is "Operation Hard Rock"?

9. What advice does Prof give regarding the Constitution?

10. What happens to Mike at the end of the novel?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Mum and Wyoh are two of the most central female characters in the novel. Compare and contrast these two characters. Be sure to cite specific examples from the text to support your thesis.

Essay Topic 2

Selene is created based upon the characteristics of an ideal leader. Explore the reasons behind each of the decisions regarding Selene's appearance and fictional background. Is their importance exaggerated? Be sure to cite specific examples from the text to support your thesis.

Essay Topic 3

Compare and contrast the roles of the female Party members with those of the males. What responsibilities does each group have? Is the work of one group any more important than that of the other? Why or why not? Be sure to cite specific examples from the text to support your thesis.

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