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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 9 - 10.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What did Canopus do for the Natives of Shikasta?
(a) Helped them to master mathematics and astronomy.
(b) Showed them how to use tools and fire.
(c) Hastened their evolution by introducing a new species.
(d) Made the planet's climate more hospitable.

2. Why does Johor have to spend extra time on Shikasta?
(a) He is being punished.
(b) Taufiq gets captured.
(c) He is unable to get home.
(d) He is looking for two of his friends.

3. The Canopeans' choice to split the Natives is reminiscent of what story from the Old Testament?
(a) Jonah and the whale.
(b) Sodom and Gomorrah.
(c) Lot and his wife.
(d) The Tower of Babel.

4. Johor's worst experience is with what planet?
(a) Shikasta.
(b) Rohanda.
(c) Shammat.
(d) Puttioria.

5. What was Taufiq supposed to become when he incarnated on Shikasta?
(a) A teacher.
(b) A lawyer.
(c) A doctor.
(d) A politician.

Short Answer Questions

1. What do the Canopeans blame for the conflicts in the 20th century?

2. Taufiq was incarnated on Shikasta after what war?

3. Why are the Giants on Shikasta?

4. Dwarves and Elves were created by what species?

5. Why does Taufiq bring humanoids from other planets in Chapter 9?

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