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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. In what must Gendibal and Novi remain until Trevize breaks it in Chapter 19?

2. What do Trevize and Pelorat follow in order to avoid angering officials in Chapter 11?

3. What does the Mule only allow neutrality for in Chapter 13?

4. Where does Trevize insist he must visit in Chapter 20?

5. What does SQ invite Trevize and Pelorat home to have?

Short Essay Questions

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

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

3. Describe the Five Sisters.

4. Describe Gendibal's standoff with Branno.

5. Describe Gendibal's growing attachment for Novi.

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

7. Describe Thoobing's argument against using force in Chapter 16.

8. What recognition does Compor desire in Chapter 12?

9. Describe the third alternative of Galaxia.

10. Describe Pelorat and Bliss' relationship.

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Human origins are discussed at length in Foundations' Edge? How did humanity evolve according to Professor Pelorat? How has humanity colonized and expanded its territory in the novel? Discuss.

Essay Topic 2

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 3

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.

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