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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why is Shevek's arrival such an important occasion?
(a) It is the first time in 200 years someone from Anarranes has visited Urras
(b) His arrival was prophecised.
(c) His father was once a Urras leader
(d) He has promised find a cure for a deadly disease.

2. What do the engineers say Shevek can help make possible?
(a) Anarchy
(b) Atheism
(c) Peace
(d) Speed of light

3. What is Palat's job?
(a) Mathematician
(b) Engineer
(c) Doctor
(d) Scientist

4. What are different about the pajamas the ship provides Shevek?
(a) They are disposable
(b) They are invisible
(c) They are made of sheep's wool
(d) They have electric heating

5. What hits Shevak on the shoulder?
(a) An iron rod
(b) A rock
(c) An egg
(d) A toy car

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Sabul's profession?

2. Which of the following is a scientific theory about which the scientists talk to Shevek?

3. What does Dr. Atro give Shevek as a present?

4. Who is waiting for Shevek when he arrives in Urras?

5. Which friend's conversation does Shevek recall?

(see the answer key)

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