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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 the tour guide say about a certain part of the Lunar colony to the visitor that eats with him/her in Chapter 1, Section 3?

2. Why is Neville upset with Selene in Chapter 5?

3. What happens when the Triad passes on?

4. What has changed in Dua that will make her want to melt in Chapter 3b?

5. What does the man that Selene finds say that he is considering doing in Chapter 4?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why does Dua feel betrayed in Chapter 4?

2. Describe Selene.

3. How does Dua keep from being seen in Chapter 3a?

4. How does Dua begin to melt in Chapter 3b?

5. What does Odeen feel he must for Dua in Chapter 3b?

6. What does Odeen realize about passing and fear in Chapter 4b?

7. Describe the odd man that Selene meets.

8. Describe Neville.

9. What does Odeen realize about Tritt in Chapter 4b?

10. What does Dua realize about Estwald and what happens subsequently in Chapter 7abc?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

There are many different cultures in "The Gods Themselves" related to the different kinds of characters (people, robots, aliens) and the different settings (earth, moon, etc.) Which aspects appear invented and which characters seem modeled or inspired by real people in Asimov's life? Do some research and discuss.

Essay Topic 2

Asimov employs simple, minimalist, highly controlled, meticulous yet effective language contrasted with complex language at times to convey scientific ideas. Both styles employ powerful symbolism. Choose an example of symbolism, briefly describe it, and identify the technique which it embodies.

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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