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

2. What challenge occurs very soon after Jimmy is pulled into the Revolution?

3. On the ascent back to the Endeavour, who is the last to leave the plain on Rama?

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

5. What is more disconcerting to Norton while in New York as compared to the plains of Rama?

Short Essay Questions

1. What are some of the ways that are considered to rescue Jimmy Pak?

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

3. Why is it necessary for the sailors on the Resolution to keep their heads above water if the boat capsizes?

4. Why is Chapter 17 entitled "Spring'?

5. What are some of the ways the Commander considered to travel to the South Pole?

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

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

8. Why did the Commander delay explaining the method they were going to use to Jimmy?

9. Why are Hermians compared to Spartans?

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

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

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 2

Scientists often have an unquenchable thirst for knowledge and may take reckless risks in order to make a scientific discovery or breakthrough. Quite a few members of the crew of the Endeavour and the Rama Committee are scientists. Pick two characters who are scientists and compare and contrast their attitude toward taking risks in the name of science.

Essay Topic 3

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?

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