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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 Baley promise Gremionis he will try?

2. Under what condition does Fastolfe agree to join the RIA?

3. What is Baley warned about during his trimensic call?

4. Rejected by Vasilia, to whom does Gremionis turn to offer his affections?

5. Baley vaguely aware of what as he regains consciousness after being caught in the storm?

Short Essay Questions

1. Explain the threat Gremionis makes when he and Baley meet at his house.

2. Describe the ride in the airfoil back to Fastolfe's house.

3. How does the conversation between Baley and Gremionis end?

4. What confirms Baley's idea that Daneel is the one in danger?

5. What does Baley theorize about Amadiro's involvement in Jander's demise?

6. Why does Baley think his limited understanding of Auroran manners hinders him in his work?

7. How does Vasilia describe her upbringing in Fastolfe's house?

8. After leaving the airfoil in the storm, what are the circumstances when Baley regains consciousness?

9. How does Baley find the character of Amadiro?

10. Why does Giskard interrupt while Baley is asking Daneel about the role of the Chairman in Auroran government?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Write an essay of at least two typed, double-spaced pages on the subject, A Comparison of the Three Worlds in THE ROBOTS OF DAWN. The comparison must center around the similarities and differences among Earth, Solaria, and Aurora.

Essay Topic 2

Write an essay of at least two typed, double-spaced pages on the subject, Ecology and Domed Cities. In THE ROBOTS OF DAWN, the cities on Earth are all covered with domes presumably because the planet's Outside is contaminated and unsafe for human habitation. Your essay should include our current awareness of global warming with Domed Cities as metaphors for the need to reverse looming environmental disasters.

Essay Topic 3

Write an essay of at least two typed, double-spaced pages on the subject, Science Fact and Fiction. Include in your essay examples of science fiction that have become reality today (e.g., Verne's Journey to the Moon). Mention the vast distances in space and the theoretical nature of such things as hyper-space. Conclude with your opinion whether many things in science fiction will become realities.

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