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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is Shevek accused of when he tells a joke in physics class?
(a) Idiocy
(b) Egoizing
(c) Bad humor
(d) Exposing himself

2. Why does Sabul discourage Shevek from sending another paper to Dr. Atro?
(a) He thinks Shevek is becoming too big headed
(b) Dr. Atro is to busy
(c) He does not agree with Shevek's ideas
(d) It does not relate to his own area of research

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

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

5. What does Dr.Kimoe give Shevek?
(a) Sleeping pills
(b) Diabetic chocolate
(c) Paracetamals
(d) Vaccinations

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the wall for?

2. What are Shevek and his friends most interested in about Urras?

3. Which city is the center of life and science on Anarres?

4. What do the scientists think Shevek is looking for when he asks where all the women are?

5. What does Dr. Atro give Shevek as a present?

(see the answer key)

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