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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. What promise does the hidden inside of the rock offer the traveling rover group?

2. In what basin does Nadia see a sea of ice and water?

3. Who sleeps in John's rover, making Frank angry?

4. Who is the friend of Hiroko that hates terraforming?

5. What have been sabotaged throughout Mars?

Short Essay Questions

1. How does Simon reveal himself to be a strong force when he gets angry with Ann?

2. How does Arkady explain the need for money, depending upon the kind of world one lives in?

3. Why are the primary hundred going to be executed?

4. How does it does become clear that the terraforming effort is not working as planned, affecting Mars in destructive ways?

5. What is the significance of the stone eye teeth?

6. How does Phyllis's desire for money become apparent through her efforts on Mars?

7. How is Ann reunited with her son?

8. After Frank's office is flooded with immigrants, why does he decide to go to Phyllis for help?

9. What information is revealed about Hiroko through the notes left for Sax and for Ursula?

10. Why does Ann crumble in mental stability as the destruction of Mars occurs?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

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?

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

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.

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