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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 "The Shredded Star," what does Killeen ask Quath to do?

2. Who works with Toby in the first chapter of the book?

3. As the Argo spirals to True Center, what does Besen call Toby?

4. At the end of "Deep Reality," who asks "What's that?"

5. What is the name of the ship captained by Killeen?

Short Essay Questions

1. How do Toby and Besen interact in "The Aperture Moment?"

2. How does Toby first experience the Void?

3. How is time affected in the time pit?

4. Where is Toby in the Prologue?

5. Describe the Bishops' experience with the judge in "A Day in Court."

6. How does Andro treat Toby and his group in "The Far Black?"

7. How does a sail-snake look?

8. In "The Cyaneans," how do the Myriapodia help the people on the Argo?

9. How are the humans filtered and cleaned on the "honeycomb home?"

10. What do the mechs argue about in "Frozen Star?"

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Which parts of the book did you most enjoy? Why? Did you like the book? Would you recommend it to a friend? Why or why not? Use information from the book to support your responses.

Essay Topic 2

Write a three to five paragraph summary of the story. Be sure to discuss the main characters, settings, themes, conflicts, and resolutions.

Essay Topic 3

The author uses symbolism throughout the book. Give at least three specific examples. Discuss why each example is or is not effective.

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