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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. Of the final hundred that would travel to Mars as the first colonizers, how many are women?

2. Who discovers John's body outside the dome?

3. In terms of ecological economics, what does the landscape religion promote about an individual in the society?

4. What is the name of the space ship carrying the colonizers?

5. Who notes it is ridiculous to stop terraforming for low probability life that may not even be affected by it?

Short Essay Questions

1. When did people learn about life on other planets, according to the first chapter?

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

3. Where is John's body found, and why can't Frank revive him?

4. What is areophany and how is it in tune with nature?

5. What do the Reds led by Ann believe?

6. Why does Maya think she is hallucinating in the fields?

7. Why does Frank wear a mask during the celebration, and how does it make him feel?

8. Why does Nadia get furious when she sees the broken heating element?

9. What are the major themes of Red Mars by Robinson?

10. What do the Greens led by Sax believe?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Certain relationships create a good foundation for the story. When Kasei asks his parents about his birth, they all interact in a very convincing manner. Describe why this relationship is believable.

Essay Topic 2

Politics are also referred to in the book. Robinson refers to the politics of the society of the futuristic Red Mars set during the 21st century. How do the politics Robinson describes in the book compare to that of his own world? Do you think politics are an important part of the book? How else could Robinson incorporate politics into the book? Also examine the use of politics in relationships.

Essay Topic 3

Compare "Red Mars" with another of Robinson's other books in his Mars trilogy. Which is, in your opinion, better? Explain. What future scenarios might you want to see in upcoming books? Which characters would you like to see portrayed? Why?

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