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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 11, The Arch of Heaven.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why did the puppeteers disappear?
(a) They wanted to conquer other galaxies for themselves.
(b) They heard that a galactic core had exploded and would reach them in 20,000 years.
(c) They could not help it, their planet got sucked into a black hole.
(d) They were threatened by the Seekers.

2. Why does the crew think that the Ringworld may have reverted to savagery?
(a) Because there are clearly warring tribes below them.
(b) Because they see smoke.
(c) Because there is a desert on the planet.
(d) Because they cannot see any aliens.

3. How does the spaceport on the ring look to the crew on the ship?
(a) Dark and deserted.
(b) Crowded and busy.
(c) Open but not very busy.
(d) Hostile.

4. At the end of Chapter 3, what does Louis say the mission is?
(a) The greatest adventure ever.
(b) A suicide mission.
(c) Easier than a teleport to Beruit.
(d) Mankind's only hope.

5. How does Teela first respond to Nessus's offer to join the mission?
(a) She is unsure but eventually agrees.
(b) She thinks it is a joke.
(c) She rejects it.
(d) She agrees without hesitation.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why is the quantum II hyperdrive engine useless to the puppeteers?

2. When is the only time hyperspace can be accessed?

3. What does Chiron say their mission is for the Ringworld?

4. How does Nessus respond when the ship it attacked?

5. What is a general-address transfer booth?

(see the answer key)

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