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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. With whom does Trevize find he shares complimentary talents in Chapter 3?

2. What is one conclusion that Branno draws about a secret organization in Chapter 2?

3. What does Trevize's travel demonstrate the power of according to Gendibal in Chapter 10?

4. What does the Mayor order Trevize and his companion to leave aboard in Chapter 3?

5. Who offers support in finding Earth in Chapter 3?

Short Essay Questions

1. What two conclusions does Branno derive in Chapter 2?

2. Describe Novi as a witness in Gendibal's trial in Chapter 10.

3. How do Shandess and Gendibal differentiate the design and contributions of people to the Prime Radiant in Chapter 5?

4. How is Trevize proved guilty in Chapter 1?

5. Describe Quindor Shandess.

6. Describe the Far Star.

7. Describe why Trevize is arrested in Chapter 1.

8. What are Shandess and Gendibal's concerns about the mission and the political appointment in Chapter 10?

9. Describe what Pelorat sees as the spaceship flies in Chapter 4.

10. Describe a Jump.

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

The concept of good versus evil appears throughout the book. Who in your opinion is good? Who is bad? Why? Do these characters change over time? Why or why not? Describe.

Essay Topic 2

Compare and contrast the depiction of these two male characters in the book, Trevize and Pelorat. How are they similar? How are they different? How are their ultimate experiences similar? What is the lesson that the author wishes to convey through these examples?

Essay Topic 3

Describe some of the settings for Foundation's Edge. What is the overall setting? Be sure to include geography, time period and any pertinent popular culture events. How do these settings even if imaginary, reflect modern settings or culture? Why did the author choose to use these places in Foundation's Edge?

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