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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. When a windmill crashes, who goes out to check on it?

2. What is the love of nature called?

3. Frank point outs that _____ does not like Americans or Russians.

4. Why is the Ares group time limited outside on the surface of Mars?

5. Who is working on an impact hammer when it malfunctions?

Short Essay Questions

1. How does the Ares crew build a calendar?

2. What do the Reds led by Ann believe?

3. How is population size controlled within the GEM and how does it adapt to plant life?

4. When Michel is disturbed by a dark skinned man, what ends up happening to him that leaves him naked?

5. How does Frank fool Selim, and how does Selim respond when Frank speaks badly of John to him for a second time?

6. Why are GEMS made by the scientists?

7. What does Nadia notice when her expedition returns to the Ares colony?

8. What do the Greens led by Sax believe?

9. How does Maya get involved in a sexual relationship with Frank on her off time from drills?

10. What does Anna admit to Nadia about living in duality?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Red Mars is particularly effective in conveying meaning through powerful imagery. Powerful imagery establishes connections in the minds of readers with the story's characters and plot. Imagery is the picture we form in our minds of the story we read. It can involve, visual, auditory, olfactory, gustatory, tactile, kinetic, and kinesthetic. The author uses imagery to translate words into a visual story that we can see and participate in within our minds. Describe the use of imagery in this science fiction novel.

Essay Topic 2

Robinson uses more the theme of disappointment. Identify at least two characters who either embody or experience disappointment then cite an example to support your answers.

Essay Topic 3

Describe some of the settings for Red Mars. What is the overall setting? Be sure to include geography, time period, and any pertinent popular culture events. Why did Robinson choose to use these places in Red Mars?

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