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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. What is the name by which Cleon II is known?

2. Bel Riose asks Ducem Barr about what type of people?

3. How is the planet Wanda described?

4. Barr is worried that Riose might do what to his family after his escape?

5. Who is Fran?

Short Essay Questions

1. Describe Cleon II.

2. How does Barr's belief in Seldon's Plan relate to his belief about individual actions?

3. What happens to Seldon's Plan over time?

4. What critique does Barr offer for Riose's military plans while they are on Wanda?

5. What is noteworthy about the actions of the men from the Foundation regarding Riose's ship?

6. What does Randu say that a battle between the Mule and the Foundation would do?

7. What did Devers earn by giving Luk a gift?

8. How do Barr and Devers escape from arrest on Trantor?

9. What does Devers tell Bodrig regarding why he believes Riose is holding him captive?

10. How does Riose describe himself?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Bayta says that there are too many coincidences that have occurred in their travels. What are some of the coincidences that have occurred, and how have they foreshadowed future events? Cite examples from the book to support your answer.

Essay Topic 2

What do the Traders represent for the people of the Empire, the Foundation, and the Mule? What role do the Traders play? Cite examples from the book to support your answer.

Essay Topic 3

How is the conflict presented in the book similar to, or different from, human conflict in our world today? Support your answer with examples from the book.

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