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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why is Shevek's arrival such an important occasion?
(a) He has promised find a cure for a deadly disease.
(b) His father was once a Urras leader
(c) His arrival was prophecised.
(d) It is the first time in 200 years someone from Anarranes has visited Urras

2. What is the name given to Urras culture?
(a) Urrantiki
(b) Urranese
(c) Urrasti
(d) Urranasti

3. Why does Dr. Kimoe throw Shevek's pajamas in the trash?
(a) Shevek has soiled them
(b) It costs less than having them cleaned
(c) He does not like them
(d) He wants to provide Shevek with silk pajamas.

4. Which of the following is a scientific theory about which the scientists talk to Shevek?
(a) Rational theory of the gods
(b) Principle theory of nothingness
(c) Relative theory of Terran Ainsetain
(d) Lock theory of Urras

5. What kind of work does Shedek have to do after he leaves school?
(a) Nursing
(b) Forestry
(c) Social work
(d) Engineering

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Shevek's profession?

2. What did Tirrin contend with Shevek about Urras?

3. What was Odo during his lifetime?

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

5. What does Shedek wake up with on his first day in Urras?

(see the answer key)

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