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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 4-8.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. How long does the Commander wait before exploring Rama?
(a) Thirty-six hours.
(b) Eighteen hours.
(c) Twelve hours.
(d) Twenty-four hours.

3. What is the name of the author whose book inspired Dr. Stenton to become an astronomer?
(a) Carl Sagan.
(b) H.G. Wells.
(c) Jules Verne.
(d) Arthur C. Clarke.

4. How does one astronomer refer to asteroids?
(a) Vermin of the skies.
(b) Fireworks of the heavens.
(c) Pests of gigantic proportion.
(d) Arrows of outrageously bad fortune.

5. How does Commander Norton feel about landing on Rama?
(a) Filled with trepedation.
(b) A healthy dose of caution.
(c) A sense of danger and surprise.
(d) A mixture of elation and anxiety.

Short Answer Questions

1. SPACEGUARD is keeping track of how many asteroids at once?

2. Most asteroids tracked by Spaceguard are described as having this sort of orbit.

3. What cities narrowly miss being destroyed in the 20th century?

4. What is a light curve?

5. Why does the Commander choose to land the Endeavour off-center?

(see the answer key)

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