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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why were there many photographs taken of New York?

2. Who seems to be the most concerned that Rama's secret mission is to dominate the solar system?

3. Hub Control diagnoses the problem at the sixth small spike as resulting from what?

4. What is the nickname of the big spike that Jimmy explores?

5. According to Chapter 18, how many "linear suns" switched on?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why is "Dragonfly" a good name for Jimmy Pak's sky-bike?

2. Why is Jimmy Pak able to remain calm as he struggles to land the sky-bike?

3. Why are Hermians compared to Spartans?

4. Describe the first creature that is encountered on Rama.

5. Why is it the case that some planets in the solar system are not represented in the United Planets?

6. Why does the exobiologist, Dr. Perera, feel mortified at the beginning of Chapter 19?

7. Why is Chapter 27 entitled, "Electric Wind"?

8. Why did Jimmy Pak approach the crab-like creature?

9. Why does Norton order the Revolution to return to shore as quickly as possible after seeing the giant starfish?

10. Who is the only member of the crew that seems comfortable with the sights now illuminated on Rama?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Rendezvous with Rama is a novel filled with suspense and mystery. Part One: What are the three most suspenseful events in the novel ? Describe the three events that kept you on the edge of your seat, breathless to find out what was going to happen. Did you predict the outcome correctly or did you have no idea what would happen next? Part Two: What are the three biggest mysteries in the novel? Was the mystery ever fully revealed, or does mystery remain? If the author left questions unanswered, what purpose does it serve in the novel?

Essay Topic 2

Describe what a Simp is, how Simps contribute to the running of the Endeavour, and the pros and cons of having them aboard. Is the author drawing any parallels between Simps and the biots found on Rama? Compare and contrast Simps and the biots.

Essay Topic 3

The seven members of the Rama Committee each have a specific point of view about the situation with Rama. These points of view change as they learn more about Rama and it either supports or does not support their life's work or a cause dear to them. Pick three of the members of the Rama Committee and compare and contrast their points of view. Use examples from the beginning, middle, and end of the book to show how their points of view evolve throughout the book.

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