1. What does Hope fear will happen in this false war?
(a) He fears that he will lose his daughter Hopie, as she is already spending more time with Thorley, who actively speaks out against Hope.
(b) He fears that Karzhinov will call his bluff and invade Ganymede then Jupiter.
(c) He fears that the people will become too upset at his acts of war and overthrow him.
(d) He fears that with all of the insults and threats going back and forth, Karzhinov might trigger the real war that destroys both planets.

2. What is the purpose of the preface?
(a) It summarizes the career of Hope Hubris.
(b) It sets the mood of the story by showing one of Hope's nightmares.
(c) It provides vital background information for all of the characters.
(d) It foreshadows the events to come, but doesn't focus on any of the main characters.

3. According to Amber, why is Hopie unhappy?
(a) She is unhappy in her career.
(b) She blames herself for her parents splitting up.
(c) She is worried about Hope.
(d) She doesn't love Thorley anymore.

4. What advice does Spirit give Hope about Congress?
(a) He should abolish Congress all together.
(b) He can appoint new people to represent the people, instead of having them elected.
(c) He needs Congress, so he should just leave well enough alone.
(d) He should have people elected to represent the people, instead of appointing them.

5. Why does Hope feel it is important to include the Admiral's response in his journal?
(a) Hope wants people to know about the Admiral's loyalty.
(b) Hope wants to brag about his military prowess.
(c) Hope wants everyone to know that he is truly the all powerful Tyrant.
(d) Future accounts would tell of a violent suppression of the rebellion, and Hope wants to correct that.