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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Earth - The Nearby World.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Pelorat say thorns and thistles may be needed?
(a) to balance an eco-system
(b) to protect flowers and fruits
(c) to ward off predators
(d) to create variety

2. What two weapons does Trevize take onto the planet?
(a) an atomic blade and a blaster
(b) a blaster and a neuron whip
(c) an atomic blade and a laser bow
(d) a laser bow and a neuron whip

3. What do the travelers think people of Solaria and New Earth are most concerned with?
(a) irradicating competing cultures
(b) protecting their ways of life
(c) keeping enough resources for themselves
(d) taking over other cultures

4. What leads Bliss to Fallom?
(a) She can detect Fallom's anger.
(b) She can detect Fallom's joy.
(c) She can detect Fallom's fear.
(d) She can detect Fallom's thoughts.

5. Why is Bander referred to as "it"?
(a) Bander is a robot.
(b) Bander is part male and part female.
(c) Bander will not reveal his or her gender.
(d) Trevize insults Bander by calling him "it."

Short Answer Questions

1. What happens to Trevize, Bliss, and Pelorat when they land?

2. What does the government offer Trevize?

3. When the official let the crew land, was his action legal?

4. Does the minister believe that Trevize will return?

5. What is Pelorat concerned about when Trevize reveals the story he told the entry point official?

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