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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 9.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who is waiting for Shevek when he arrives in Urras?
(a) The Urras King
(b) A crowd of people including journalist and photographers
(c) The Urras President
(d) Nobody

2. What is the name of Shevek's father?
(a) Mitis
(b) Thomas
(c) Kadagv
(d) Palat

3. How long does Shevek shut himself in his room?
(a) Four days
(b) A week
(c) Two weeks
(d) Three days

4. From what country is Chifoilisk?
(a) Abbeney
(b) Thu
(c) Terra
(d) Anarres

5. What time of year does Takver give birth to her daughter?
(a) Summer
(b) Spring
(c) Winter
(d) Autumn

Short Answer Questions

1. Which friend's conversation does Shevek recall?

2. What does Shevek spend his free time doing?

3. What was Odo during his lifetime?

4. Why does Shevek try to strike up a conversation with his servant?

5. How is the city different to other cities in which Shevek has lived?

(see the answer key)

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