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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 19-20.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Chapter 7, how far away is the Schiaparelli crater from Mark?
(a) 587 kilometers.
(b) 1,894 kilometers.
(c) 816 kilometers.
(d) 3,200 kilometers.

2. Once Mark gets out of the airlock on Sol 119, how long does he believe that the EVA suit will last?
(a) 6 minutes.
(b) 4 minutes.
(c) 5 minutes.
(d) 3 minutes.

3. How many square meters of soar paneling does Mark have?
(a) 90.
(b) About 200.
(c) Over 100.
(d) 180.

4. How far away is Houston from Mars?
(a) 6-12 light-minutes.
(b) 4 to 24 light-minutes.
(c) 46 light minutes.
(d) 34 light minutes.

5. How many months before a mission does NASA sent the MAV?
(a) 36.
(b) 48.
(c) 18.
(d) 54.

Short Answer Questions

1. At what angle do the solar cells sit in the lightweight lattice that holds them?

2. What is Martinez’s wife’s name?

3. What is the least number of days it might take Mark to get to Ares 4?

4. How long did it take Ares 4’s MAV to get to Mars?

5. How many times does Mark read and reread the email from his mom?

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