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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part III: "Sunset for Humanity," Chapters 22-28.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How many stable configurations has Wei Cheng's algorithm uncovered for the three bodies, according to the narrative in Chapter 16, "The Three Body Problem"?
(a) More than 100.
(b) More than 200.
(c) More than 250.
(d) More than 150.

2. What is Ye Wenjie's respons when Wang Miao asks her why the Lord is so afraid of nanotechnology in Chapter 24, "Rebellion"?
(a) Nanotechnology could lead humans to the discovery time-continuums.
(b) Nanotechnology could lead humans to more space construction.
(c) Nanotechnology could lead humans to discover their planet.
(d) Nanotechnology could lead humans to war.

3. For what reason does the narrator describe Ye Wenjie accepting her marriage proposal in Chapter 23, "Red Coast VI"?
(a) Out of gratitude in his having saved her life.
(b) Because her family forced her to marry.
(c) Out of fear for reprisal.
(d) Out of gratitude for his having taken her from her family.

4. What does Sha Ruishan give to Wang Miao to enable him to see the microwave background on their research in Chapter 9, "The Universe Flickers"?
(a) 3G glasses.
(b) 2K glasses.
(c) 2G glasses.
(d) 3K glasses.

5. What term refers to scientific research aimed to improve theories for better understanding or prediction of natural or other phenomena?
(a) Fundamental research.
(b) Promontory research.
(c) Applied research.
(d) Cognitive research.

Short Answer Questions

1. When does the narrator describe the implementation of the OZMAII plan in Chapter 13, "Red Coast III"?

2. To what district does Wang Miao go to meet the other players in Chapter 18, "Meet-Up"?

3. What do the second and third suns appear to be from a distance in the Three Body game in Chapter 15, "Three Body: Copernicus, Universal Football, and Tri-Solar Day"?

4. What is the circumference of the Earth's sun?

5. Who is discovered to have been murdered in Chapter 16, "The Three Body Problem"?

(see the answer key)

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