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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 happened to Warden during the initial stage of the revolution?

2. What is the name of the ship that carries Davis, Prof and LaJoie back to Luna?

3. In the context of chapter 15, what are "chops"?

4. Where do Davis and Prof go two days after landing?

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

Short Essay Questions

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

2. How is Selene created?

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

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

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 proposal to Davis at the end of chapter 19?

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

8. What happens at the Davis family's dinner in chapter 15?

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

10. What advice does Prof give regarding the Constitution?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

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.

Essay Topic 2

Selene is created based upon the characteristics of an ideal leader. Explore the reasons behind each of the decisions regarding Selene's appearance and fictional background. Is their importance exaggerated? Be sure to cite specific examples from the text to support your thesis.

Essay Topic 3

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.

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