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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. Why does Davis think that the Authority says that Terra must recover its costs?

2. After the initial battle of the Revolution, what does Mike begin controlling?

3. Who opens the first meeting of the Congress?

4. The ambassadors to Earth will be traveling in what vessel?

5. What should be the last word of Davis' speech, according to Prof?

Short Essay Questions

1. What is the result of the "Battle in Corridors"?

2. What is "Operation Hard Rock"?

3. According to Davis, what are the benefits of a line marriage?

4. How do Terran journalists feel about the Loonies in chapter 17?

5. What does LaJoie tell Davis when he wakes up in the hospital?

6. What can the laser drills also be used for?

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

8. Why is the Declaration dated 4 July?

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

10. How do the Loonies' react to Prof's speech regarding the Chairman's proposal?

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

Selene is created based upon the characteristics of an ideal leader. Explore the reasons behind each of the decisions regarding Selene's appearance and fictional background. Is their importance exaggerated? Be sure to cite specific examples from the text to support your thesis.

Essay Topic 3

"Tanstaafl" is an important concept in this novel and one of the Party's mottoes. Examine several instances in the novel where this concept comes into play and how it is applicable to each. Be sure to cite specific examples from the text to support your thesis.

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