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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. What object stands on a pedestal in Old Dome?

2. How long is the plan the Chairman proposes for overhauling life on Luna?

3. Prof offers to talk under what circumstances?

4. Why does Davis shut down radar after the third bombing of North America?

5. With whom do Prof and Davis meet in Bombay?

Short Essay Questions

1. What is the punishment for the six rapist/murderers?

2. Why is the Declaration dated 4 July?

3. What happens to Mike at the end of the novel?

4. What is the outcome of "Operation Hard Rock"?

5. What is the Chairman's proposal to Davis at the end of chapter 19?

6. What does Davis say about the troops dispatched to protect Luna?

7. How is the trip to Terra for Davis?

8. What is the Chairman's response to Davis and Prof at the end of chapter 16?

9. What are the benefits of using a catapult for shipping as explained by Davis to Dr. Chan?

10. What does Anna mention during the family's dinnertime discussion?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Luna's system of line marriages is an important concept in the novel. Take a position for or against such an arrangement and argue your position. Be sure to cite specific examples from the text to support your thesis.

Essay Topic 2

There are many Biblical references throughout the novel. For example, the comparison of Luna's battle against Terra to that of David and Goliath. Explore the significance of these references to the novel's plot. Be sure to cite specific examples from the text to support your thesis.

Essay Topic 3

Compare and contrast the two main settings in the book: Luna and Terra.

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