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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 11.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Shevek find in his pocket?
(a) A knife
(b) A critique of his theories
(c) A gun
(d) A letter

2. Why does Oiie think it is dangerous if Shevek is seen by a member of the working classes?
(a) They think Shevek is a spy
(b) They are calling for an exile to start a revolution
(c) They want to kill him
(d) They don't like foreigners

3. Where does Shevek have to go to study?
(a) The Central Institute of the Sciences
(b) The Arranes Center of Science
(c) The College of Scientic Achievement
(d) Arranes University

4. Why is Shevek restricted to campus?
(a) Because they no longer trust him
(b) Because he has uncovered a top secret
(c) Because he is ill
(d) Because of the revolution

5. What is Sabul's profession?
(a) Writer
(b) Engineer
(c) Scientist
(d) Social worker

Short Answer Questions

1. Of which doctor does Shevek write a critique?

2. What name do Takver and Shevek give their daughter?

3. Why did Rulag abandon Shevek as a baby?

4. Which area of science do the scientists debate?

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

(see the answer key)

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