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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Where does Dr. Bose currently reside?
(a) On a space station.
(b) On the moon.
(c) On Earth.
(d) On Mars.

2. What does the Commander think about the amount of responsibility he must shoulder on this mission?
(a) He is uncertain that it is smart to put all decision-making authority in the hands of one commander.
(b) He is glad that some of the decisions are made by those on Earth, but also envies navigators of the past.
(c) He wishes he had less decision-making authority.
(d) He enjoys having the lion's share of decision-making authority.

3. How long is the normal "day" for a normal asteroid versus one for Rama?
(a) About the same as for the Earth and the Moon.
(b) Several hours versus four minutes.
(c) Nearly twelve hours versus about an hour.
(d) About the same as for Mars and Venus.

4. What catches Jimmy's eye amongst the trellis of wires and rods?
(a) A sheath of feathers.
(b) A snake.
(c) A speck of color.
(d) A butterfly.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Jimmy do immediately before he jumps off of the 500-meter cliff to be rescued?

2. In Chapter 12, Norton notices something remarkable as he is exploring. What is it?

3. What is Straight Valley?

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

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

(see the answer key)

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