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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 desperately wants a third baby in Chapter 1c?

2. Who does not like to be ordered around by anyone in Chapter 7?

3. Who leaves Lamont alone in his office at the end of Chapter 10?

4. Who arranges for the members of the Triad to be brought together in Chapter 1b?

5. Who has babies in Chapter 2a?

Short Essay Questions

1. Describe Odeen.

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

3. Why did Dua not want to eat her fill in Chapter 2a?

4. Describe Dr. Bronowski.

5. Describe the Hard Ones.

6. Why is it important to feed Dua in Chapter 1c?

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

8. Why is Tritt worried in Chapter 1c?

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

10. Why is an Emotional necessary for a baby in Chapter 2a?

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

The author describes aliens in great detail in the second part of the book, ranging from hard to soft sexes. Are the aliens masculine or feminine? What is distinctive about these different classes? How do the bodies of aliens differ from that of humans? How are they similar or different from humans or robots in cognitive, emotional, and intellectual behavior? Describe.

Essay Topic 3

Describe some of the settings for "The Gods Themselves". What is the overall setting? Be sure to include geography, time period and any pertinent popular culture events. How do these settings even if imaginary, reflect modern settings or culture? Why did the author choose to use these places in "The Gods Themselves"?

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