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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 14, Civilization, Chapter 15, In Achilles' Tent, and Chapter 16, The Endless Road.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What change had been made to guard duty in Rod's absence, as described in Chapter 13?
(a) Guard duty has been reduced to one man per day.
(b) Guard duty has been eliminated.
(c) Guard duty has been reduced to one man per shift.
(d) Guard duty has been increased to three men per shift.

2. In Chapter 16 how does Helen respond, when Rod's father asks her to return guardianship to him and Rod's mother?
(a) She agrees.
(b) She storms out of the room.
(c) "Not unless Buddy consents."
(d) "Not unless Roddie consents."

3. Why does Rod's instructor try to discourage him from taking the final exam?
(a) He believes Rod is too emotional and sentimental to be a survivor.
(b) He wants Rod to stay home with his family.
(c) He believes Rod is too cocky and unfeeling to be a survivor.
(d) He wants Rod to take the class again before attempting the final exam.

4. Before delivering a marriage certificate to Bob and Carmen, Caroline decorates it with what?
(a) Cherubs and hearts.
(b) Flowers and butterflies.
(c) Flowers and turtle doves.
(d) Butterflies and dragonflies.

5. What is Helen's nickname for Rod?
(a) Ruddy.
(b) Buddy.
(c) Deacon.
(d) Pater.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Chapter 11 when Rod and Roy attempt to return to their settlement, what injury significantly delays their progress?

2. Why don't Bob and Carmen want to leave with their friends immediately following the elections in Chapter 8?

3. Why does Helen advise Rod not to carry a gun during his survival test?

4. Why doesn't Rod's father want Rod to leave for his final exam?

5. What element is needed to power the transport tunnels?

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