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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. Who does the Foundation want to use as spies in the field?

2. What does Riose have to show that his ship was captured by enemies?

3. Who questions Barr and Devers at length after they are off Trantor?

4. How long has Cleon II reigned without internal uprisings?

5. What was the job of Sennett Forell's father?

Short Essay Questions

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

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

3. Who is Ducem Barr?

4. What does Devers' bracelet do?

5. Why does Barr say that he cannot help Riose regarding the military capabilities of the Foundation?

6. Who does Devers believe Barr is?

7. What does Riose say when he interrupts Barr's recitation of history?

8. What did Bodrig do with the information Devers gave him?

9. Why is Bayta worried about meeting Toran's family?

10. Describe Cleon II.

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

What is Seldon's Plan? What does Seldon's Plan mean for individual decisions? Use examples from the book to explain why Seldon's Plan allows, or doesn't allow, the actions of individuals to change the outcome of Seldon's Plan.

Essay Topic 2

Pritcher resists, but eventually converts, to the Mule's side. Why does Bayta believe it is fair for her and Toran to have the same experience? Cite examples from the story to support your answer.

Essay Topic 3

How did Bayta and Toran defeat the Mule? Use examples from the book to support your answer.

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