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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. Riose says that the technological gadget that killed his soldier was a "nuclear puncher, __________."

2. Who does Cleon II send as an emissary to Riose?

3. Who tells Devers that Bodrig will be questioning him?

4. What is the name of Bel Riose's plan that Barr says failed another military leader?

5. How many ships of Riose's were captured by the Foundation?

Short Essay Questions

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

2. What does Barr show Devers as proof of his relationship to Onum Barr?

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

4. Describe Cleon II.

5. How does Bodrig characterize the message from Riose?

6. What does Riose tell Barr about the world he visited that was occupied by devils?

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

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

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

10. When Bayta talks with the men about the state of affairs and of Seldon's Plan, what does she say that Seldon's life's work was aimed at?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Explain the similarities and differences between Bel Riose, Barr, and Devers' relationship, as well as the relationship between Toran, Bayta, Mis, and Magnifico. Cite examples from the book to support your answer.

Essay Topic 2

Using examples from this book, why are appearances sometimes deceiving?

Essay Topic 3

What is the main conflict in the book? How does this main conflict define the characters in the book? Cite examples from the book to support your answer.

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