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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 9-16.
Multiple Choice Questions
1. In Chapter 15, how does Dr. Ernst get to the surface of the Cylindrical Sea?
(a) Dr. Ernst uses a stairwway.
(b) Dr. Ernst is lowered by rope.
(c) Dr. Ernst slides frictionlessly down the cliff.
(d) Dr. Ernst repels down the cliff.
2. According to Chapter 1, what happens after the initial shock wore off in 2077?
(a) A great war broke out that caused losses of more than a trillion dollars.
(b) Skills long forgotten were revived and taught in colleges and universities.
(c) The wealth of the world was squandered as many countries attempted to destroy weapons launched at their citizens.
(d) The people of Earth became united and determined.
3. How old is Dr. Bose?
(a) One hundred fifteen years old.
(b) Eighty-nine years old.
(c) Sixty-three years old.
(d) Seventy-nine years old.
4. What type of force does the Commander account for upon landing the Endeavour?
(a) Frictional force.
(b) Gravitational force.
(c) Contact force.
(d) Centrifugal force.
5. What is Camp Alpha?
(a) A permanent camp on Rama.
(b) A temporary meeting place for the Rama Committee.
(c) A temporary camp on Rama.
(d) The place on Rama thought to be perhaps a million years old.
Short Answer Questions
1. Twice a day the explorers must perform an action. What is it?
2. What does Joe Calvert assume about the builders of Rama?
3. In Chapter 16, what is the Commander ignoring because it seems insignificant?
4. SPACEGUARD is keeping track of how many asteroids at once?
5. How does Commander Norton feel about landing on Rama?
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