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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Orbits 14 through 16 and Back Matter.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. At approximately what time of day does the novel end?
(a) 5:30 p.m.
(b) 11:30 a.m.
(c) 11:30 p.m.
(d) 5:30 a.m.

2. To what does the novel compare the emergence of daylight?
(a) Cymbals.
(b) Ophicleides.
(c) Trumpets.
(d) Saxophones.

3. Approximately how many miles is the moon from the earth in the novel?
(a) 350,000.
(b) 250,000.
(c) 200,000.
(d) 300,000.

4. Which of the following cities is noted as visible from the station?
(a) Lima.
(b) La Paz.
(c) Santiago.
(d) Bogotá.

5. From which of the following does a member of the station crew hail?
(a) Rome.
(b) Bologna.
(c) Naples.
(d) Venice.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which of the following shows itself to Roman when he first wakes in the novel?

2. At what time of day does the novel begin?

3. What sweet does Anton favor?

4. At approximately what time does the typhoon make landfall?

5. To what fruit does Anton compare his lump?

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