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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who does Weston get to talk to after the game?

2. What was the minicity that Weston visits, prior to becoming a mini-city?

3. In the Ecotopian education system, how do children progress?

4. What does Weston notice happens during the game?

5. What makes people stay glued to their TV sets in Ecotopia?

Short Essay Questions

1. Describe Weston's developing relationship with Marissa around the time of the Pacific incident.

2. Describe the bird suit that Weston likes and buys.

3. Describe the reader's knowledge of Ecotopia when William Weston begins his journey.

4. Describe William Weston at the beginning of the novel.

5. How do Ecotopians compare health-wise to Americans?

6. Describe broadcasting and television stations in Ecotopia.

7. Describe the Ecotopian attitude towards degrees and certifications versus experience.

8. Describe the children's groups at the Crick School.

9. Describe the possibilities of investment in Ecotopia in businesses apart from the employee's.

10. What happens to Weston when he sees himself in his old clothes?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Callenbach is known for paying homage to various authors and works of literature. Choose at least 3 references used in the book. Write at least 250 words on each reference. Also, add your opinion as to why Callenbach chose that particular author or reference.

Essay Topic 2

Politics are also referred to in the book. Callenbach refers to the politics of Ecotopians compared to that of Americans. Discuss the use of politics in the novel. Do you think politics are an important part of the book? Explain. How else could Callenbach incorporate politics into the book? Also examine the use of politics in relationships.

Essay Topic 3

Compare "Ecotopia" with another of Callenbach's other books in the series. Which is, in your opinion, better? Explain. What future scenarios might you want to see in upcoming books? Which characters would you like to see portrayed? Why?

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