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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. The crusts of neuron stars may be made of what?
(a) Diamonds.
(b) Mud.
(c) Ice.
(d) Rocks.

2. What did van der Berg's message to Earth mean?
(a) He was the first human to be there.
(b) The diamonds are here.
(c) They arrived safely at the mount.
(d) A alien named Lucy is present.

3. Why did van der Berg stop Floyd from picking up the Europan dirt?
(a) He was not wearing gloves.
(b) He did not want him to touch it first.
(c) It looked like glass.
(d) It was radioactive.

4. Zero gravity caused Dr. Floyd not to be able to do what?
(a) Sleep well.
(b) Eat well.
(c) Consume coffee.
(d) Drink alcohol.

5. How many days did it take for the cabin to begin to smell bad on the shuttle?
(a) A week.
(b) Two days.
(c) Three days.
(d) One day.

Short Answer Questions

1. When Lucifer fades, what returns?

2. What did those aboard the Galaxy name the island on which they landed?

3. What does the perturbation theory state?

4. Willis was upset because the diamonds were gone forever, but about what did he not know?

5. With whom did Chris Floyd get into contact while awaiting rescue?

Short Essay Questions

1. Define perturbation theory.

2. What was Second Officer Jolson's idea about getting to the Galaxy faster?

3. In the year 3010, what happens?

4. What was the Universe's schedule upon approaching Europa?

5. Why was Captain Laplace not concerned with morale of the crew upon landing?

6. What was the encouraging words from the Universe?

7. How much time did refueling on Haley's comet save the Universe?

8. What does Floyd and Van der Berg discuss about Floyd's illusion?

9. What was the order that Captain Laplace received from Head Office?

10. Describe the sea monster that ate Rosie's body.

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