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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. Why does Davis feel that Loonies don't owe the Authority anything?

2. Who planted the question about police and military that was asked of Davis?

3. Why do the Federated Nations think that the Loonies owe them something?

4. What does Prof say will happen if his demands are not met?

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

Short Essay Questions

1. What are the Committee members' objections to Prof's speech?

2. What advice does Prof give regarding the Constitution?

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

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

5. What can the laser drills also be used for?

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

7. What are the benefits of using a catapult for shipping as explained by Davis to Dr. Chan?

8. What is the outcome of "Operation Hard Rock"?

9. How is Selene created?

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

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

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 2

Compare and contrast the two main settings in the book: Luna and Terra.

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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