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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 lacking that typically indicates human life to Trevize on the planets in Chapter 15?

2. Whose mind has Gendibal adjusted to the practicality of the treaty in Chapter 20?

3. Who reacts gallantly to the figure that emerges from the tether in Chapter 17?

4. What is Gaia governed by in Chapter 19?

5. What does the Trantorian spacecraft resemble in Chapter 16?

Short Essay Questions

1. What recognition does Compor desire in Chapter 12?

2. Describe Gendibal's growing attachment for Novi.

3. Why does Gendibal fobid Compor to assist Trevize in Chapter 12?

4. Describe what happens to the main characters at the end of the novel.

5. Describe the third alternative of Galaxia.

6. Describe Branno and Gendibal's resolutions in Chapter 20.

7. What is the significance of the Day of Flight?

8. Why is Pelorat concerned in Chapter 14?

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

10. What does Branno plan to do as the ship approaches Gaia in Chapter 16?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

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?

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

Explain the significance of the novel's title. What did the author mean by calling the book Foundation's Edge? Cite an example to support your answer.

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