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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 9, 'A Joyful Omen' and Chapter 10, 'I So Move'.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is the planned duration of Rod's survival test?
(a) Two to ten days.
(b) Three to twelve weeks.
(c) Two to ten weeks.
(d) Three to twelve days.

2. What is unusual about Rod Walker's family home, as compared with newer homes in the area?
(a) The Walkers' home is larger than most.
(b) The Walkers' home is adjacent to a transport tunnel.
(c) The Walkers' home contains a bomb shelter.
(d) The Walkers' home features an above-ground living room.

3. In Chapter 2, what sort of lamp does Mr. Walker light before dinner?
(a) A Peace Lamp.
(b) Asian sconces.
(c) A plutonium lantern.
(d) A lunar reflector.

4. In Chapter 5, why does Jack disagree with Rod's opinion about what planet they are on?
(a) The stars on this planet are unlike those seen from Earth.
(b) The plants on this planet would not survive on the planet Rod suggests.
(c) This planet is much larger than the planet Rod suggests.
(d) The animals on this planet are unlike those on Terra.

5. How many moons does the unknown planet have, according to Jack?
(a) One.
(b) Two.
(c) Three.
(d) Four.

Short Answer Questions

1. After finishing school, Rod hopes to travel where?

2. How much meat does Jack want to take, when the two are ready to part ways?

3. What trick does Jack use before entering the shelter, to ensure no animals are lurking within?

4. Why does Rod initially turn down the position offered to him by Grant in Chapter 10?

5. What does Jack use as an alarm, to warn of intruders in the shelter?

(see the answer key)

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