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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 9-16.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who does the Commander depend on to land the Endeavour?
(a) James Pak.
(b) Bill Norton.
(c) Boris Rodrigo.
(d) Joe Calvert.

2. What are the only items the explorers must bring to Rama?
(a) Water, food, and rebreathers.
(b) Food, water, and thermosuits.
(c) Air tanks, water, and thermosuits.
(d) Food, water, and airsuits.

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

4. Who is the first Character introduced in Chapter 2?
(a) Professor Davidson
(b) Dr. Price.
(c) Dr. Stenton.
(d) Commander Norton

5. What are the Calypso, Beagle, and Challenger waiting for?
(a) Extra propellant.
(b) Refueling.
(c) A possible distress signal from the Endeavour.
(d) Orders to rendezvous with the Endeavour.

Short Answer Questions

1. How many members of the United Planets are there?

2. What loss is so great that it was beyond all computation?

3. What does the Commander and his companion use to move around on Rama after landing?

4. Which way do "clocks and corkscrews" turn on Rama?

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

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