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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Where does Conrad sign his name as Ulysses Grant?
(a) His license.
(b) On his army registration form.
(c) At a hotel.
(d) In the bar.

2. What does Powers fear would be the result of leaked information about the alien?
(a) An international pastime.
(b) A parade.
(c) An international panic.
(d) A mass illusion.

3. What does Ellen notice Roger has in the television appearance?
(a) A new suit.
(b) A new hair piece.
(c) A new tie,
(d) New shoes.

4. Why does Kreton claim he needs to lay down?
(a) He is tired.
(b) He is lazy.
(c) He is annoyed.
(d) He is perplexed.

5. What does Kreton state his species doesn't do that humans do that he gives as a reason for not being able to explain his origins?
(a) Humans sleep.
(b) Humans talk.
(c) Humans die.
(d) Humans eat.

Short Answer Questions

1. In what year was Kreton expecting to land?

2. What does Ellen say she would like to do that is important?

3. What causes Reba to be suspicious of Ellen and Conrad's activities?

4. What does Kreton note he has decided he will do to the world?

5. What Act will Roger be indicted under if he leaks the story of aliens to America?

Short Essay Questions

1. Describe what Conrad says occurred during the night with Roger.

2. Summarize the argument of Roger against the existence of UFOs.

3. The book makes reference to Ellen as playing Joan of Arc. What is meant by this?

4. Kreton tells Conrad that humans are "blood thirsty savages." Do you believe this is true?

5. What is Kreton's response to the question of whether his people are there to establish trade? Communications?

6. Explain Powers' complaint at the beginning of the play in terms of what he has been given as responsibility, and who he blames for the change.

7. What does Kreton do at the end of the Act that show his intentions?

8. What reasons does Kreton give for coming to Earth?

9. Why is Ellen unable to lift the case with her mind the first time she tries?

10. Is Kreton well-organized? Why?

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