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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 31-38.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why is Baked Alaska mentioned in Chapter 14?
(a) Because Rama is hot on the outside and cold on the inside, like a Baked Alaska dessert,
(b) Because Baked Alaska is the most complicated dessert the Simps can make.
(c) Because it is a favorite at U.P. banquets.
(d) Because it is a reminder of Earth.

2. Who asks the Commander to send a priority message to the earth?
(a) Boris Rodrigo.
(b) Laura Ernst.
(c) Dr. Petera.
(d) Dr. Taylor.

3. Why does Sergeant Barns throw out the Resolution's anchor?
(a) To break up the sea foam around the boat.
(b) To give Jimmy a way to climb into the boat.
(c) To test the depth of the water under the boat.
(d) To keep the boat stationary.

4. What instruction is given to Jimmy regarding his entry into the water?
(a) Close your eyes.
(b) Exhale to get all the air out of your lungs.
(c) Stiffen your body, feet locked together.
(d) Curl up into a ball.

5. How long does it take the disturbance in Chapter 17 to subside?
(a) Fifteen minutes.
(b) Two hours.
(c) One hour.
(d) Half an hour.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why is a cloud of vapor sent toward Rama?

2. According to the Ambassador from Mercury, what did everyone fail to consider about Rama?

3. What ships can catch up with Rama before it leaves the solar system?

4. In Chapter 15, how does Dr. Ernst get to the surface of the Cylindrical Sea?

5. What does the Commander think about the amount of responsibility he must shoulder on this mission?

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