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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. Who does Burton admit told him to not see Lamont in Chapter 7?

2. Who desperately wants a third baby in Chapter 1c?

3. Who supplied the seed in Chapter 2a?

4. What does Lamont think is corrupting the Sun in Chapter 5?

5. What is the word in the message that Bronowski receives in Chapter 6?

Short Essay Questions

1. Describe Odeen.

2. Why is Tritt worried in Chapter 1c?

3. Describe Burton.

4. What does Tritt do in Chapter 2c that is unusual?

5. What startling discovery does Lamont make about the Electron Pump in Chapter 5?

6. What is special about Plutonium in Chapter 1?

7. What happens to Lamont because of Hallam's anger in Chapter 5?

8. What does Odeen learn from Losten in Chapter 2b?

9. What does Dr. Bronowski discover in Chapter 6?

10. Describe Lamont's interview with Hallam in Chapter 3.

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

The author uses some important instances of foreshadowing in "The Gods Themselves". Explain what foreshadowing is and cite at least two examples making sure to explain what makes each an example of foreshadowing.

Essay Topic 2

What is the significance of the title "The Gods Themselves"? How does this relate to the protagonist Denison and in particular to the main theme of the book? What did the author mean by calling the book by this title? Cite an example to support your answer.

Essay Topic 3

Asimov discusses both reproduction and sexuality in detail, contrasting humans and aliens in "The Gods Themselves". Find some examples in the book and discuss the effect of these topics on the characters of Denison and Lamont.

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