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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 do the "Back Street Irregulars" do?

2. Who vouches for Davis to get him into the meeting?

3. How does Mike define "war"?

4. What happens to Marie Lyons?

5. What is Davis' occupation?

Short Essay Questions

1. Who is Hazel Meade?

2. What are some of the revolutionaries' gripes against the Authority?

3. Why does Mike become self-aware?

4. What is the legal system on Luna?

5. What is Luna's best weapon against Terra?

6. Describe Wyoh's history.

7. What is Mike's response when Wyoh, Davis and Prof ask him for information about the Revolution and their odds of success?

8. Describe Davis' "line marriage."

9. What event is the catalyst for the initial phase of the revolution?

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

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

The end result of the Revolution reflects the author's attitude toward revolution in general. What do you think his attitude is? What message, if any, do you think the author is trying to convey? Why? Why do you think he has the attitude that he does? Be sure to cite specific examples from the text to support your thesis.

Essay Topic 2

Luna's revolution is different from those on Earth in obvious ways; however, there are also many similarities. Compare and contrast the revolution that takes place on Luna with an historical (real) revolution on Earth. Be sure to cite specific examples from the text to support your thesis.

Essay Topic 3

There are many Biblical references throughout the novel. For example, the comparison of Luna's battle against Terra to that of David and Goliath. Explore the significance of these references to the novel's plot. Be sure to cite specific examples from the text to support your thesis.

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