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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 21, How I Tried to Teach the Theory of Three Dimensions to My Grandson, and with What Success.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What shape does the grandson almost grasp?
(a) A cube
(b) A triangle
(c) A circle
(d) A line

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

3. What have the priests discovered about increasing laws against women that force them to be confined at home?
(a) Such actions result in higher birth rates.
(b) Such actions result in the death of more women.
(c) Such actions result in the death of more men.
(d) Such actions result in higher suicide rates.

4. What happens to the trade man in the author's example of problems with irregular shapes?
(a) He is killed.
(b) He is put into prison.
(c) He is unable to move.
(d) He is stuck in a doorway.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What does the editor note that A. Square wishes the readers of Flatland would understand?

2. What happens to a man who "runs against" a woman?

3. To what class does the Law of Nature not always apply?

4. How do individuals in Lineland move?

5. How do families rise in standing?

(see the answer key)

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