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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 2, Of the Climate and Houses in Flatland.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. The author notes these individuals have a similar experience in Spaceland that helps explain what things look like in Flatland.
(a) Tight rope walkers
(b) Writers
(c) Mechanics
(d) Sailors

2. In what year was Flatland written?
(a) 1964
(b) 1844
(c) 1774
(d) 1884

3. What does the editor say is his second reason for writing the preface?
(a) To thank readers and critics in Spaceland
(b) To explain misconceptions
(c) To introduce the novel
(d) To apologize for errors and misprints

4. What does Hoffman say about the fourth dimension?
(a) It is temporal.
(b) It is unstable.
(c) It is stable.
(d) It is spatial.

5. Why is this shape of house not allowed?
(a) The rain would not properly run off, causing death.
(b) The curved exterior would be difficult to discern.
(c) The sharp angle may hurt someone.
(d) There could be no door for women.

Short Answer Questions

1. What object that helps sight in Spaceland does not exist in Flatland?

2. What shape of houses is not allowed?

3. How many points are on a compass in Flatland?

4. What does the "pull" in Flatland represent in Spaceland?

5. Why are there no windows in houses of Flatland?

(see the answer key)

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