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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 39-46.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. During the initial exploration of Rama, what is the temperature like?
(a) The temperature is just below freezing.
(b) The temperature is close to Earth's median temperature.
(c) The temperature fluctuates wildly.
(d) The temperature is the same as on the Moon.

2. When explorers return after 48 hours, what surprise awaits on Rama?
(a) A warmer atmosphere and breathable air.
(b) Fog.
(c) The intensity of the artificial light.
(d) Tropical winds and humidity.

3. What does the first images of Rama prove?
(a) The color of Rama fluctuates from black to shades of gray to white.
(b) Rama is too far away to see clearly.
(c) The body of Rama is geometrically imperfect.
(d) Rama is not a natural object.

4. Where on Rama does the Endeavour land?
(a) At the very center.
(b) At the North Pole.
(c) In the shadows of the structures near the axis.
(d) Near the sundial in the sunlit portion.

5. According to Chapter 11, with whom does the Commander have a brief romantic encounter?
(a) The Exobiolotist.
(b) The Ambassador.
(c) The Archeologist.
(d) The Surgeon Commander.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the first sign on Rama that makes Norton decide to abandon the last mission?

2. What is the name of the author whose book inspired Dr. Stenton to become an astronomer?

3. What do the scavenger biots break down overnight, much to the dismay of Ruby Barnes?

4. Rama's change in direction is a surprise for what reason?

5. What is the seating order of the delegates from the United Planets?

(see the answer key)

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