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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 Chairman ask of Davis?

2. The ambassadors to Earth will be traveling in what vessel?

3. Per tradition, with whom does the new bride sleep on her first night?

4. How many are waiting to greet Davis and Prof at Tube Station West when they land?

5. What important item is Davis caught without in chapter 23?

Short Essay Questions

1. What does Davis say about the troops dispatched to protect Luna?

2. What advice does Prof give regarding the Constitution?

3. What part do women play in the Party?

4. How will Davis and Prof's trip to Terra proceed?

5. What is Davis' rebuttal to the idea that Luna owes the Authority for being able to live tax-free?

6. What is the Chairman's response to Davis and Prof at the end of chapter 16?

7. What proposal does Prof make to the Indian government?

8. How is Selene created?

9. What does Davis hate about North Americans?

10. What does LaJoie tell Davis when he wakes up in the hospital?

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

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.

Essay Topic 3

Color plays an important role in this novel: the yellow coats of the guards, the red cap of sponsorship, etc. Examine the usage of color in the novel, its significance and effectiveness. Be sure to cite specific examples from the text to support your thesis.

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