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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 does the Mule only allow neutrality for in Chapter 13?

2. To please whom is Pelorat willing to handle the well being of an entire world in Chapter 19?

3. What does Pelorat recognize as Gaia in Chapter 13?

4. Who flirt on the way to meet Dom in Chapter 17?

5. What commemorates earth men reaching Sayshell in Chapter 13?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why is Pelorat concerned in Chapter 14?

2. Describe Gendibal's growing attachment for Novi.

3. What recognition does Compor desire in Chapter 12?

4. How does Trevize bring the spaceship closer to Gaia in Chapter 15?

5. Why is radio noise important in Chapter 15?

6. How does Novi take control of the mission in Chapter 19?

7. Why does Branno fail to stop Trevize in Chapter 18?

8. Describe the Five Sisters.

9. How does Trevize try to prevent interference on his spaceship's course in Chapter 14?

10. What concerns does Gendibal have about Trevize in Chapter 12?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Explain Asimov's use of humor in the book. Cite examples of at least two different instances of humor and explain why the author used them where he did.

Essay Topic 2

The author uses some important instances of foreshadowing in Foundation's Edge. Explain what foreshadowing is and cite at least two examples making sure to explain what makes each an example of foreshadowing.

Essay Topic 3

Create a brief character study of Trevize. What does he look like? What are his positive personality traits? What are some of his negative characteristics? What are his hopes and fears? What motivates him at this point in his life?

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