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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 17-23.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. According to Chapter 6, how far is the distance between Earth and Mars?
(a) The same distance as the Sun is from the Earth.
(b) Three hundred million kilometers.
(c) One hundred million kilometers.
(d) Five hours by shuttle.

2. How big is the mass of Rama?
(a) At least a million tons.
(b) At least a billion tons.
(c) At least ten trillion tons.
(d) At least a trillion tons.

3. Where on Rama does the Endeavour land?
(a) In the shadows of the structures near the axis.
(b) Near the sundial in the sunlit portion.
(c) At the very center.
(d) At the North Pole.

4. During the initial exploration of Rama, what is the temperature like?
(a) The temperature is the same as on the Moon.
(b) The temperature is close to Earth's median temperature.
(c) The temperature is just below freezing.
(d) The temperature fluctuates wildly.

5. What protects the explorers from falling off of the ladder when the lights go on?
(a) Zero gravity.
(b) Sticky boots.
(c) Space suits.
(d) Individual belt clips.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does one astronomer refer to asteroids?

2. According to Chapter 1, what happens after the initial shock wore off in 2077?

3. What are the Calypso, Beagle, and Challenger waiting for?

4. Who is Captain James Cook?

5. How does Commander Norton feel about landing on Rama?

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