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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Earth - The Nearby World.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How was the island on Alpha formed?
(a) from space debris
(b) from dirt imported from Earth
(c) from the floor of the ocean
(d) from a large volcano

2. What support does Pelorat have for his idea?
(a) He and Bliss found skeletal remains in the ruins.
(b) He and Bliss found a computer in the ruins.
(c) He and Bliss found a robot in the ruins.
(d) He and Bliss found some writings in the ruins.

3. What is Pelorat concerned about when Trevize reveals the story he told the entry point official?
(a) He is concerned that Trevize lies too much.
(b) He is concerned that the official didn't truly believe Trevize.
(c) He is concerned that the lie will be discovered by officials.
(d) He is concerned that Bliss will think he's married.

4. After their experience on Aurora, what does Trevize offer Bliss?
(a) a permanent job on Far Star
(b) money
(c) his friendship
(d) a way to leave Gaia

5. What does the planet Gaia have only one of?
(a) person
(b) species
(c) consciousness
(d) plant

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Trevize hope to find on the next planet, even if there is no life?

2. What does the official do?

3. What is the purpose of the entry stations?

4. What is Trevize concerned about if Bliss comes on the journey?

5. When does Trevize say he will return to have sex with the minister?

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