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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How long is the journey to Urras?
(a) A week
(b) 10 days
(c) 12 hours
(d) 5 days

2. Why is Shevek surprised that the scientists on Anarres correspond with Urrasti scientists?
(a) He thought the scientists hated each other
(b) He thought it was aginst the laws of both planets
(c) He did not think the Urrasti's were capable of interacting with free people.
(d) He thought they were both developing theories to defeat the other in war.

3. What does Palat give Shevek on his return?
(a) A book of spells
(b) A Charles Dickens novel
(c) A football
(d) A Math book

4. What kind of living quarters does the institute provide for Shevek
(a) A 4 bedroom apartment
(b) A hotel suite
(c) A single room in a dormitory
(d) A studio apartment

5. What is Shevek's mother's name?
(a) Rulag
(b) Tirin
(c) Shelia
(d) Tracy

Short Answer Questions

1. What kind of work does Shedek have to do after he leaves school?

2. What kind of poor people does Shevek say he sees while driving about?

3. What language does Sabul teach him?

4. What is the name of Shevek's father?

5. What does Dr.Kimoe give Shevek?

(see the answer key)

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