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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. At the end of "Honeycomb Home," what are Killeen's orders to Jocelyn?

2. What does Quath project onto the Argo's screens when they are in the time pit?

3. What does Cermo's microwave analysis of the esty clouds indicate?

4. What is emitted from the disk?

5. What does Toby notice about the large, black object?

Short Essay Questions

1. How does Toby first experience the Void?

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

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

4. Where is Toby in the Prologue?

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

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

7. Why does the Argo crew have difficulty identifying the ship in the time pit?

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

9. What does Toby see when he walks the esty streets?

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

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

Essay Topic 2

What are the mechs? Are they one being or more than one? How does the author convey the essence of the mechs throughout the book? Give at least three specific examples from the book.

Essay Topic 3

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

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