View a FREE sample

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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When the Commander enters Rama, what does he see in the light of the flare?
(a) A miniature sun, moon and stars painted on the ceiling.
(b) A small space station-like structure.
(c) The landscape of an entire world.
(d) A circular sea.

2. How does the book describe the world's population at the end of the 21st century?
(a) The human race has spread from pole to pole.
(b) The human race is facing extinction from natural disasters.
(c) Cities in the northern hemisphere are sparsely populated.
(d) Europe is more densely populated than fifty years earlier.

3. According to Chapter 1, what happens after the initial shock wore off in 2077?
(a) A great war broke out that caused losses of more than a trillion dollars.
(b) Skills long forgotten were revived and taught in colleges and universities.
(c) The wealth of the world was squandered as many countries attempted to destroy weapons launched at their citizens.
(d) The people of Earth became united and determined.

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

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What words does the author use to portray the vast majority of asteroids?

2. How does one astronomer refer to asteroids?

3. How long does the Commander wait before exploring Rama?

4. In Chapter 3, who is the current chairman of the Space Advisory Council?

5. When the pillbox-shaped structure starts to move, it looks like what object?

(see the answer key)

This section contains 350 words (approx. 2 pages at 300 words per page) View a FREE sample