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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. For the Commander, Straight Valley reminds him of what part of his past?
(a) His first marriage.
(b) An education in industrial archaeology, abandoned in college.
(c) His childhood in the foothills.
(d) A summer vacation in England.

2. After how many years does PROJECT SPACEGUARD justify its existence?
(a) One hundred and twenty.
(b) One hundred.
(c) Thirty.
(d) Fifty.

3. What does the Commander and his companion use to move around on Rama after landing?
(a) A shuttle.
(b) Propellent.
(c) Jets and guide ropes.
(d) Space suits with power packs.

4. How does the Commander describe his impressions of Rama after reaching the plain?
(a) There is always some background noise.
(b) Voices echo loudly, so it is necessary to speak in a whisper.
(c) The plain is curved as far as the eye can see.
(d) It is like being on a huge, darkened stage with a single spotlight.

5. In Chapter 12, Norton notices something remarkable as he is exploring. What is it?
(a) There are no signs of wear and tear.
(b) He could take Rama for granted despite its size.
(c) Normal walking is possible in the lowered gravity.
(d) Ramans must have been physical-fitness fanatics.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the origin of the name of object 31/149?

2. What is the first city to be visited by the Commander and the other explorers?

3. What is the expected effect of an matter-antimatter reaction?

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

5. What is Sita?

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