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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 21 - 27.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is the name of the space center where Cal's dad works?
(a) The NASA Johnson Space Center.
(b) The NASA Glenn Space Center.
(c) The NASA Armstrong Space Center.
(d) The NASA Reagan Space Center.

2. How tall is Mark Bannon described as in Chapter 9?
(a) 5'8".
(b) 6'2".
(c) 6'5".
(d) 6'.

3. Who calls Leon while he is out with Cal in Chapter 16?
(a) Kat.
(b) Cal's dad.
(c) Cal's mom.
(d) Deb.

4. How long is the car ride from Brooklyn to Clear Lake described as in Chapter 5?
(a) 32 hours.
(b) 16 hours.
(c) 12 hours.
(d) 24 hours.

5. Where does Brendan say he studied chemical engineering in Chapter 26?
(a) Harvard University.
(b) New York University.
(c) The University of California - Berkeley.
(d) The University of Dayton.

Short Answer Questions

1. With whom is the Shooting Stars interview that concludes Chapter 20?

2. Where does Cal suggest he and his mother go after the failed launch in Chapter 20?

3. Why does Cal's dad say the Democrats were against funding for Orpheus in Chapter 19?

4. What kind of car does Carl's dad drive?

5. What is Donna Szleifer's position at NASA?

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