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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. Who is communicating in "Frozen Star?"

2. What else does Monisque want from Killeen?

3. In "Lightning Life," with which Aspect does Killeen communicate?

4. In "Tiny Minds," where does the campfire group go?

5. Who/what approaches Argo at the end of "Lightning Life?"

Short Essay Questions

1. According to Quath, why is the aperture moment important?

2. To what does the term "Tiny Minds" refer?

3. What is the underlying strategy for Bishop Family Gatherings?

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

5. How does Toby first experience the Void?

6. Why does the Cap'n call for Toby in "Strange Flavors?"

7. Describe Toby's memories as he walks the esty streets.

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

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

10. In "Trans-History," what does Killeen tell the judge he wants?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Compare and contrast the characters of Toby and Quath. Be sure to include physical, psychological, and social aspects.

Essay Topic 2

How does the author convey mood in each of the following chapters: "Animal Spirits," "The Pain of Eternity," and "Eating the Storm?" Give specific examples from each chapter.

Essay Topic 3

How does the Family Bishop's vocabulary enhance the story? Give at least three specific examples from the book.

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