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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Chapter 10, how do the explorers descend the ladder?
(a) The explorers ascended the ladder, they did not descend.
(b) The explorers slide along the handrail to descend.
(c) The explorers did not use the ladder.
(d) The explorers bounce down the ladder three rungs at a time.

2. How long is the radio time lag between the Endeavour and Earth?
(a) Ten minutes, and increasing.
(b) Ten hours, and decreasing.
(c) Ten minutes, and decreasing.
(d) Ten hours, and increasing.

3. 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 enjoys having the lion's share of decision-making authority.
(c) He is glad that some of the decisions are made by those on Earth, but also envies navigators of the past.
(d) He wishes he had less decision-making authority.

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

5. Who goes with the Commander on the first EVA?
(a) James Pak.
(b) Karl Mercer.
(c) Boris Rodrigo.
(d) Joe Calvert.

Short Answer Questions

1. After how many years does PROJECT SPACEGUARD justify its existence?

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

3. How long is the normal "day" for a normal asteroid versus one for Rama?

4. What are the only items the explorers must bring to Rama?

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

Short Essay Questions

1. Describe what Commander Norton saw and felt when he entered Rama while tethered to a safety line.

2. What did Dr. Stenton discover about Rama after he processed the results from viewing the asteroid with a big orbiting telescope?

3. What do the members of the Rama Committee think of Commander Norton?

4. What was the most mysterious characteristic of the object known as 31/439?

5. Describe the theories put forth to the Rama Committee about the age of Rama.

6. According to Chapter 4, what unusual action was taken so that Rama could intercept Rama?

7. What were the characteristics of the object known as 31/439 that set it apart from other asteroids?

8. What precautions are taken to ensure the exploration party will be safe on Rama?

9. What is discovered about Rama once it is photographed by the cameras released by Sita?

10. Compare and contrast the substance found at the bottom of the Straight Valley and the Cylindrical Sea.

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