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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. Who is temporarily in charge until Loonies elect a government?

2. Who has the floor during the first Congress meeting?

3. After the initial battle of the Revolution, what does Mike begin controlling?

4. It is the Authority's job, according to the Chairman, to ensure what?

5. What is the goal of Operation Hard Rock?

Short Essay Questions

1. What does Anna mention during the family's dinnertime discussion?

2. What is the Chairman's proposal to Davis at the end of chapter 19?

3. How do Terran journalists feel about the Loonies in chapter 17?

4. What does Prof think of the Chairman's proposal to Davis?

5. How is Selene created?

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

7. How is the trip to Terra for Davis?

8. According to Davis, what are the benefits of a line marriage?

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

10. What is the content of Selene's first speech?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

"Tanstaafl" is an important concept in this novel and one of the Party's mottoes. Examine several instances in the novel where this concept comes into play and how it is applicable to each. Be sure to cite specific examples from the text to support your thesis.

Essay Topic 2

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 3

Mum and Wyoh are two of the most central female characters in the novel. Compare and contrast these two characters. Be sure to cite specific examples from the text to support your thesis.

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