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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 is the phrase Wyoh uses to describe herself politically?

2. What does Luna sit upon that can be used as a weapon?

3. The "Back Street Irregulars" composed of what sort of group?

4. Davis' hotel features unlimited what?

5. What is Davis' "social arm"?

Short Essay Questions

1. What happens when the passport system is instituted on Luna?

2. Why are Wyoh, Davis and Prof involved in the revolution?

3. How does Wyoh describe herself politically?

4. Who is Hazel Meade?

5. What is the legal system on Luna?

6. Describe Adam Selene.

7. Describe Wyoh's history.

8. Why does Davis use a pseudonym when he introduces Wyoh to his family?

9. Why is LaJoie's offense so serious?

10. How does Prof think the Party should be organized?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Mike's "jokes" are central to his character; however, some are funny, while others are just cruel. Explore these "jokes" and what they tell the reader about Mike's character. Be sure to cite specific examples from the text to support your thesis.

Essay Topic 2

Luna is established as a penal colony for Terra. Compare Luna to other such colonies established throughout history, for example, Australia's beginnings as a penal colony for Britain. What are the necessary differences? What are the similarities? How did other penal colonies throughout history obtain their freedom? Be sure to cite specific examples from the text to support your thesis.

Essay Topic 3

Luna's system of line marriages is an important concept in the novel. Take a position for or against such an arrangement and argue your position. Be sure to cite specific examples from the text to support your thesis.

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