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52995_I3M5VUMM_1	Why is Si retirement so significant to the Space Exploration Team?	SPACEMAN ON A SPREE BY MACK REYNOLDS Illustrated by Nodel What's more important—Man's conquest of space, or one spaceman's life? I They gave him a gold watch. It was meant to be symbolical, of course. In the old tradition. It was in the way of an antique, being one of the tim...	There aren’t enough working people in the world. They won’t be able to find a replacement.	As one of two remaining spacemen, it would likely mean the defunding and shut down of the Space Exploration Team.	Training new spacemen is costly and time consuming. They won’t have anyone else ready after him.	His retirement may inspire others to stop working as well, which would be hugely detrimental as most people don't feel the drive to work as is.	2
52995_I3M5VUMM_2	What makes Gubelin an outlier in the present day?	SPACEMAN ON A SPREE BY MACK REYNOLDS Illustrated by Nodel What's more important—Man's conquest of space, or one spaceman's life? I They gave him a gold watch. It was meant to be symbolical, of course. In the old tradition. It was in the way of an antique, being one of the tim...	He is much older than the rest of the population.	He refuses new operations that could improve his health.	His mind is still active, and he values hard work.	He still wears glasses and value objects like the gold watch given to Si.	3
52995_I3M5VUMM_3	What is the main reason that Gubelin is so resentful of Si’s decision?	SPACEMAN ON A SPREE BY MACK REYNOLDS Illustrated by Nodel What's more important—Man's conquest of space, or one spaceman's life? I They gave him a gold watch. It was meant to be symbolical, of course. In the old tradition. It was in the way of an antique, being one of the tim...	He doesn’t want to have to go through the effort of training a new spaceman, as it’s very costly and time consuming.	He regrets not having the opportunity of space exploration himself.	He fears the end of the Space Exploration program, and for mankind’s research of space to come to an end.	He hates the Welfare State and how it’s taken away people’s drive to learn and explore.	2
52995_I3M5VUMM_4	What is the main reason behind the Welfare State operating as it does?	SPACEMAN ON A SPREE BY MACK REYNOLDS Illustrated by Nodel What's more important—Man's conquest of space, or one spaceman's life? I They gave him a gold watch. It was meant to be symbolical, of course. In the old tradition. It was in the way of an antique, being one of the tim...	Automation with computers has made the need to work largely obsolete.	The current populace is not skilled enough to work, and thus most people are a part of the Welfare State	The government does not want new workers, and is content supplying people with the funds they need to get through life.	Overtime, the public has lost its drive to work. Thus, no one enforces a workforce.	0
52995_I3M5VUMM_5	What happens to drafted workers?	SPACEMAN ON A SPREE BY MACK REYNOLDS Illustrated by Nodel What's more important—Man's conquest of space, or one spaceman's life? I They gave him a gold watch. It was meant to be symbolical, of course. In the old tradition. It was in the way of an antique, being one of the tim...	They train and work for a time, then retire with extra funds.	They receive no pay, and have to undergo training and work for some time	They are called upon throughout their life for periods of work.	They work a short period of time, then return to normal life.	0
52995_I3M5VUMM_6	Why is Si so astonished when there is a real bartender working the bar?	SPACEMAN ON A SPREE BY MACK REYNOLDS Illustrated by Nodel What's more important—Man's conquest of space, or one spaceman's life? I They gave him a gold watch. It was meant to be symbolical, of course. In the old tradition. It was in the way of an antique, being one of the tim...	He hasn’t been talking to people, and Si is caught off guard seeing someone face to face again after so long.	He’s never seen a bartender before, nor been in an establishment that has one.	He was in his thoughts considering his money, and was caught off guard.	He didn’t expect it. It’s a job that is normally automated, and it’s shocking to see a human working it.	3
52995_I3M5VUMM_7	Why does Si deliberate on how to spend his night?	SPACEMAN ON A SPREE BY MACK REYNOLDS Illustrated by Nodel What's more important—Man's conquest of space, or one spaceman's life? I They gave him a gold watch. It was meant to be symbolical, of course. In the old tradition. It was in the way of an antique, being one of the tim...	He finally has the opportunity to let loose, and wants to revel in it.	He’s spent his money on “cheap” entertainment in the past, and wants to do better now.	He’s not used to this freedom and is unsure what to do.	He’s not used to living this way and is uncomfortable.	1
52995_I3M5VUMM_8	What is the “space cafard” that Si describes?	SPACEMAN ON A SPREE BY MACK REYNOLDS Illustrated by Nodel What's more important—Man's conquest of space, or one spaceman's life? I They gave him a gold watch. It was meant to be symbolical, of course. In the old tradition. It was in the way of an antique, being one of the tim...	It’s the isolation that spacemen feel working alone in space, with only computers as company	It’s the public’s adverse opinion of space exploration that Gubelin tries to hide.	It’s the desire to return home from a long voyage.	It is the current system of operations for spacecraft, where people man ships with only one person.	0
63477_65UJ979R_1	What caused the error in O'Rielly's controls?	IMAGE OF SPLENDOR By LU KELLA From Venus to Earth, and all the way between, it was a hell of a world for men ... and Apprentice Burnerman O'Rielly particularly. The intercom roared fit to blow O'Rielly back to Venus. "Burner Four!" "On my way, sir!" At the first flash...	A control malfunctioned and reset itself.	He missed something when they were preparing.	The controls weren't locked before take-off.	The Venus woman tampered with it.	3
63477_65UJ979R_2	O'Rielly starts to talk about "venus dames" unprompted and acting strangely. Why?	IMAGE OF SPLENDOR By LU KELLA From Venus to Earth, and all the way between, it was a hell of a world for men ... and Apprentice Burnerman O'Rielly particularly. The intercom roared fit to blow O'Rielly back to Venus. "Burner Four!" "On my way, sir!" At the first flash...	He's out of sorts from working on the controls. The heat got to him.	He's had an experience with them in the past, and wants to discuss is with Callahan.	It's the effect that Venus women have on Earth men. The woman's presence changes his focus.	He's embarrassed about the controls malfunction and is trying to change the subject	2
63477_65UJ979R_3	Why have Venus men struggled to keep their women interested in them?	IMAGE OF SPLENDOR By LU KELLA From Venus to Earth, and all the way between, it was a hell of a world for men ... and Apprentice Burnerman O'Rielly particularly. The intercom roared fit to blow O'Rielly back to Venus. "Burner Four!" "On my way, sir!" At the first flash...	Their culture has men in power, and thus they don't consider women their equals.	Earth men are too enticing to Venus women. They can't compete.	They have been too pre-occupied with war, haven't realized the truth.	Venus females don't interest them enough.	2
63477_65UJ979R_4	What can be said about Grandmamma Berta, Trillium, and the Madame President of Earth?	IMAGE OF SPLENDOR By LU KELLA From Venus to Earth, and all the way between, it was a hell of a world for men ... and Apprentice Burnerman O'Rielly particularly. The intercom roared fit to blow O'Rielly back to Venus. "Burner Four!" "On my way, sir!" At the first flash...	They have all felt disrespected by then men that ruled over them.	They all anticipated this revolution, and have been working together to make it happen.	Madame President did not expect the revolution, but supports Trillium and Berta.	None of them anticipated this revolution. It all happened at once.	1
61007_OZTGOAFT_1	Why does Eppel indicate an orange light when scanning the planet?	IT WAS A DULL, ROUTINE LITTLE WORLD. IT DIDN'T EVEN HAVE A CITY. EVERYTHING IT HAD WAS IN THE GARDEN BY R. A. LAFFERTY The protozoic recorder chirped like a bird. Not only would there be life traces on that little moon, but it would be a lively place. So they skipped several steps in th...	It wants the crew to make their own judgement, because it doesn't know what to make of it.	It senses Ha-Adamah's perception.	It senses the "Old Serpent's" perception.	It senses that an omnipotent being.	0
61007_OZTGOAFT_2	Why does the crew later refer to Ha-Adamah as Adam?	IT WAS A DULL, ROUTINE LITTLE WORLD. IT DIDN'T EVEN HAVE A CITY. EVERYTHING IT HAD WAS IN THE GARDEN BY R. A. LAFFERTY The protozoic recorder chirped like a bird. Not only would there be life traces on that little moon, but it would be a lively place. So they skipped several steps in th...	He responds to Adam, and they decide it's his true name	Ha-Adamah is Adam's Hebrew origination.	The planet feels so much like the Garden of Eden, that they begin to believe he is Adam	They want to test Adam and see if he accepts it as his name.	1
61007_OZTGOAFT_3	Why does Adam refuse to play checkers?	IT WAS A DULL, ROUTINE LITTLE WORLD. IT DIDN'T EVEN HAVE A CITY. EVERYTHING IT HAD WAS IN THE GARDEN BY R. A. LAFFERTY The protozoic recorder chirped like a bird. Not only would there be life traces on that little moon, but it would be a lively place. So they skipped several steps in th...	He does not want to humiliate the priest by beating him.	The priest is too eager to go up against him, and he doesn't want to disappoint.	He has no reason to play. He is omniscient and would win without contest.	He is scared of losing and giving away his true identity.	3
61007_OZTGOAFT_4	How does the "Old Serpent" know that the crew is returning with settlers?	IT WAS A DULL, ROUTINE LITTLE WORLD. IT DIDN'T EVEN HAVE A CITY. EVERYTHING IT HAD WAS IN THE GARDEN BY R. A. LAFFERTY The protozoic recorder chirped like a bird. Not only would there be life traces on that little moon, but it would be a lively place. So they skipped several steps in th...	He understands people, and that they'll want to have their way with the planet.	Like Adam, he has extraordinary perception and can predict it happening.	It has happened before. He knows that people cannot resist the temptation and takes advantage of it.	The crew made it clear they would return.	2
61007_OZTGOAFT_5	What ultimately makes the priest disbelieve what they've seen, despite his faith?	IT WAS A DULL, ROUTINE LITTLE WORLD. IT DIDN'T EVEN HAVE A CITY. EVERYTHING IT HAD WAS IN THE GARDEN BY R. A. LAFFERTY The protozoic recorder chirped like a bird. Not only would there be life traces on that little moon, but it would be a lively place. So they skipped several steps in th...	He senses the "unusual mind" of Adam, and it made him uneasy.	He is too faithful to risk trusting what they've seen.	Someone like Adam would not be afraid of playing checkers, or being personable.	The illusion is too perfect, and it feels inauthentic to him.	2
61007_OZTGOAFT_6	What is likely to happen to the crew when they return to the planet?	IT WAS A DULL, ROUTINE LITTLE WORLD. IT DIDN'T EVEN HAVE A CITY. EVERYTHING IT HAD WAS IN THE GARDEN BY R. A. LAFFERTY The protozoic recorder chirped like a bird. Not only would there be life traces on that little moon, but it would be a lively place. So they skipped several steps in th...	They'll fall victim like those before them, and have their supplies stolen.	They'll return, still believing it's the Garden of Eden.	They'll learn the truth about the Old Serpent and Adam, and leave.	They'll carry through with their settlement plans and cash in.	0
62349_N0MX51FA_1	Why does Shannon reach for his gun when Beamish introduces himself?	The Blue Behemoth By LEIGH BRACKETT Shannon's Imperial Circus was a jinxed space-carny leased for a mysterious tour of the inner worlds. It made a one-night pitch on a Venusian swamp-town—to find that death stalked it from the jungle in a tiny ball of flame. Bucky Shannon l...	The sound of the chair being pulled back sets him on high alert.	He sees that Beamish has something in his hands.	Shannon is prone to suspicion after being hunted down by people they owe money to, and thinks Beamish is one of them.	Beamish tells them he's there to collect money from them.	2
62349_N0MX51FA_2	Why is it so important for Jig and Shannon to find Gertrude a mate?	The Blue Behemoth By LEIGH BRACKETT Shannon's Imperial Circus was a jinxed space-carny leased for a mysterious tour of the inner worlds. It made a one-night pitch on a Venusian swamp-town—to find that death stalked it from the jungle in a tiny ball of flame. Bucky Shannon l...	They want to preserve her species, and they're close to extinction. Her species is too valuable to let die out.	They need another "cansin" for their show.	She feels alone in her cage and in the circus, and they feel badly for her.	Her crying and loneliness without one is affecting the entire crew, and they can't afford to have her out of commission.	3
62349_N0MX51FA_3	Who does Jig suspect wants them dead, and let loose the vapor snakes?	The Blue Behemoth By LEIGH BRACKETT Shannon's Imperial Circus was a jinxed space-carny leased for a mysterious tour of the inner worlds. It made a one-night pitch on a Venusian swamp-town—to find that death stalked it from the jungle in a tiny ball of flame. Bucky Shannon l...	Beamish and the crew. The circus has not been doing well, and Beamish may be unhappy with the deal they cut.	The crew. They resent how little money they make.	Beamish, because he knows they cut him a bad deal.	Gow. He didn't call back the snakes as they attacked them, and is beside himself because of Gertrude.	2
62349_N0MX51FA_4	What is Ahra referring to when she says "something has been taken?"	The Blue Behemoth By LEIGH BRACKETT Shannon's Imperial Circus was a jinxed space-carny leased for a mysterious tour of the inner worlds. It made a one-night pitch on a Venusian swamp-town—to find that death stalked it from the jungle in a tiny ball of flame. Bucky Shannon l...	Gertrude's happiness.	Beamish's money.	The cansin male.	Jig and Shannon's safety.	2
62349_N0MX51FA_5	How does Shannon feel about the circus?	The Blue Behemoth By LEIGH BRACKETT Shannon's Imperial Circus was a jinxed space-carny leased for a mysterious tour of the inner worlds. It made a one-night pitch on a Venusian swamp-town—to find that death stalked it from the jungle in a tiny ball of flame. Bucky Shannon l...	He needs it for money, nothing more.	He resents that he's stuck with it, and gets angry when people insult it.	Despite it's quality, he truly cares about it.	He believes in it's quality, and has faith in it.	2
62349_N0MX51FA_6	Why does Jig bluff to Beamish initially?	The Blue Behemoth By LEIGH BRACKETT Shannon's Imperial Circus was a jinxed space-carny leased for a mysterious tour of the inner worlds. It made a one-night pitch on a Venusian swamp-town—to find that death stalked it from the jungle in a tiny ball of flame. Bucky Shannon l...	He knows he can get away with it - Beamish has the money to match what they ask.	He doesn't trust Shannon to close a good deal.	He doesn't trust Beamish, and wants to see if he's committed to the idea.	For them to start a new tour would be costly for them, and Jig wants to get the maximum price.	0
63109_XYACUEX2_1	What effects do the Green Flame rocks have?	Doctor Universe By CARL JACOBI Grannie Annie, who wrote science fiction under the nom de plume of Annabella C. Flowers, had stumbled onto a murderous plot more hair-raising than any she had ever concocted. And the danger from the villain of the piece didn't worry her—I was the guy...	It makes people lethargic and easily manipulated.	They spread radioactivity to people and make them ill.	They influence people to take power over other people.	They are electromagnetic and shock people.	0
63109_XYACUEX2_2	Why is Grannie Annie so concerned about the Green Flame’s whereabouts?	Doctor Universe By CARL JACOBI Grannie Annie, who wrote science fiction under the nom de plume of Annabella C. Flowers, had stumbled onto a murderous plot more hair-raising than any she had ever concocted. And the danger from the villain of the piece didn't worry her—I was the guy...	She wants to finish writing her story about them and needs to see them again.	She believes that Doctor Universe is using to for his show to manipulate people.	The current political climate is restless, and if used Green Flames could lead to a disaster.	She wants it for herself and to continue researching the effects of Green Flame.	2
63109_XYACUEX2_3	What makes Grannie Annie's writing remarkable?	Doctor Universe By CARL JACOBI Grannie Annie, who wrote science fiction under the nom de plume of Annabella C. Flowers, had stumbled onto a murderous plot more hair-raising than any she had ever concocted. And the danger from the villain of the piece didn't worry her—I was the guy...	She isn't a writer of any notararitey.	She is an esteemed actor on top of being a writer.	She writes intense science fiction.	Her science fiction stories are typical, but she visits the locations she writes about and does so authentically.	3
63109_XYACUEX2_4	Why is Billy so drawn to Grannie Annie?	Doctor Universe By CARL JACOBI Grannie Annie, who wrote science fiction under the nom de plume of Annabella C. Flowers, had stumbled onto a murderous plot more hair-raising than any she had ever concocted. And the danger from the villain of the piece didn't worry her—I was the guy...	She knows about the Green Flame and Billy wants to know more about them.	Her writing wows him.	She's a famous author. He's naturally drawn to that fame.	She's an eccentric adventurer at heart, and compelling.	3
63109_XYACUEX2_5	What is Grannie Annie referring to when she says "the I.P men aren't strong enough?"	Doctor Universe By CARL JACOBI Grannie Annie, who wrote science fiction under the nom de plume of Annabella C. Flowers, had stumbled onto a murderous plot more hair-raising than any she had ever concocted. And the danger from the villain of the piece didn't worry her—I was the guy...	She doesn't feel that the I.P men are serving well enough.	Just that - that the local law enforcement should be stronger.	She knows that as the politcal climate worsens, the I.P won't be able to keep up with the chaos.	The I.P men weren't quick enough to protect Billy and her from the attack.	2
63109_XYACUEX2_6	What is true about Doctor Universe?	Doctor Universe By CARL JACOBI Grannie Annie, who wrote science fiction under the nom de plume of Annabella C. Flowers, had stumbled onto a murderous plot more hair-raising than any she had ever concocted. And the danger from the villain of the piece didn't worry her—I was the guy...	His audience reacts so well to him because much of the population is under the influence of Green Flame.	He knows about the whereabouts of Green Flame and is hiding it from Grannie Annie.	There is nothing of note to him. He is just a popular TV personaility.	He is using Green Flame himsel to influence his audience and force them to watch. He is the one who stole it.	0
63109_XYACUEX2_7	Why are people after Grannie Annie?	Doctor Universe By CARL JACOBI Grannie Annie, who wrote science fiction under the nom de plume of Annabella C. Flowers, had stumbled onto a murderous plot more hair-raising than any she had ever concocted. And the danger from the villain of the piece didn't worry her—I was the guy...	She entered the Spacemen's Club, which she was not allowed to do as a woman.	She was on Doctor Universe's show.	She knows too much about the Green Flames and they want to prevent her from obtaining it.	As a prolific author who travel a lot, she's made a lot of enemies.	2
63109_XYACUEX2_8	How will the story likely continue?	Doctor Universe By CARL JACOBI Grannie Annie, who wrote science fiction under the nom de plume of Annabella C. Flowers, had stumbled onto a murderous plot more hair-raising than any she had ever concocted. And the danger from the villain of the piece didn't worry her—I was the guy...	The group will continue to search for a way to get to the Green Flames.	The Green Flames will make Grannie Annie lose her drive to obtain them.	Grannie Annie will leave the storage of Green Flame behind, since she can’t get through the glass.	arn will betray the duo and take the lot for himself.	0
62324_6UIKQIDI_1	Why does Joseph lie about the water supply?	GRIFTERS' ASTEROID By H. L. GOLD Harvey and Joe were the slickest con-men ever to gyp a space-lane sucker. Or so they thought! Angus Johnson knew differently. He charged them five buckos for a glass of water—and got it! Characteristically, Harvey Ellsworth tried to maintain his digni...	There isn't a lot of water there, and he needs to be able to ration it out.	He wants people to believe they need to pay for it.	He wants to keep the fresh water for himself.	He thinks that people would prefer to buy filtered water.	1
62324_6UIKQIDI_2	What is "La-anago Yergis"?	GRIFTERS' ASTEROID By H. L. GOLD Harvey and Joe were the slickest con-men ever to gyp a space-lane sucker. Or so they thought! Angus Johnson knew differently. He charged them five buckos for a glass of water—and got it! Characteristically, Harvey Ellsworth tried to maintain his digni...	It's a panacea that can cure any ailment.	It's medicine. It's a cure for "asteroid fever."	It's purified water.	It's a placebo. It's not real medicine.	3
62324_6UIKQIDI_3	Why do Harvey and Joe change thier plan when confronting Johnson about the water?	GRIFTERS' ASTEROID By H. L. GOLD Harvey and Joe were the slickest con-men ever to gyp a space-lane sucker. Or so they thought! Angus Johnson knew differently. He charged them five buckos for a glass of water—and got it! Characteristically, Harvey Ellsworth tried to maintain his digni...	Joe suddenly feels unwell, and Harvey needs to help him.	They want to buy Genius, and don't want there to be bad blood.	Joseph's son is large and intimidating, and they want to avoid a fight.	They don't think they could take Joseph in a fight.	2
62324_6UIKQIDI_4	What makes Johnson's son so different?	GRIFTERS' ASTEROID By H. L. GOLD Harvey and Joe were the slickest con-men ever to gyp a space-lane sucker. Or so they thought! Angus Johnson knew differently. He charged them five buckos for a glass of water—and got it! Characteristically, Harvey Ellsworth tried to maintain his digni...	He grew up without Earth's gravity, allowing him to grow larger than most people.	He is much larger than the average man.	Like Genius, he is not human.	He's been living isolated from other humans with his father.	0
62324_6UIKQIDI_5	How is Joe's asteroid fever cured?	GRIFTERS' ASTEROID By H. L. GOLD Harvey and Joe were the slickest con-men ever to gyp a space-lane sucker. Or so they thought! Angus Johnson knew differently. He charged them five buckos for a glass of water—and got it! Characteristically, Harvey Ellsworth tried to maintain his digni...	The La-anago Yergis cures him.	Nothing does - his sickness was a ruse.	The bitter water that Harvey switched in cures him.	The fresh water from the planet cures him.	1
62324_6UIKQIDI_6	Johnson claims to have a multitude of jobs. Which title best describes him and what he does?	GRIFTERS' ASTEROID By H. L. GOLD Harvey and Joe were the slickest con-men ever to gyp a space-lane sucker. Or so they thought! Angus Johnson knew differently. He charged them five buckos for a glass of water—and got it! Characteristically, Harvey Ellsworth tried to maintain his digni...	Conman.	Bartender.	Mayor.	Sheriff.	0
62324_6UIKQIDI_7	Why does Johnson stay on the asteroid, even though few people come by?	GRIFTERS' ASTEROID By H. L. GOLD Harvey and Joe were the slickest con-men ever to gyp a space-lane sucker. Or so they thought! Angus Johnson knew differently. He charged them five buckos for a glass of water—and got it! Characteristically, Harvey Ellsworth tried to maintain his digni...	Here he's able to meet traders like Harvey and Joe and barter with them.	He's able to run business even with few customers.	Here he's able to take advantage of travelers who are lost or in need of supplies.	He doesn't want to give up the spring of water.	2
62324_6UIKQIDI_8	How does Johnson trick the duo into paying for things more than once?	GRIFTERS' ASTEROID By H. L. GOLD Harvey and Joe were the slickest con-men ever to gyp a space-lane sucker. Or so they thought! Angus Johnson knew differently. He charged them five buckos for a glass of water—and got it! Characteristically, Harvey Ellsworth tried to maintain his digni...	He strong arms them into buying with his son.	He is dishonest. He offers something for free, without mentioning the actual price of it or that there even is a price.	He takes advantage of their good will.	He doesn't trick anyone - he is an honest man that is running several jobs.	1
52995_X9XZD7EN_1	Why was Si given a symbolic gold watch by the Department of Space Exploration?	SPACEMAN ON A SPREE BY MACK REYNOLDS Illustrated by Nodel What's more important—Man's conquest of space, or one spaceman's life? I They gave him a gold watch. It was meant to be symbolical, of course. In the old tradition. It was in the way of an antique, being one of the tim...	He had just successfully completed a dangerous space mission that they were impressed with.	As an apology for the difficult task he had to complete while in space.	He was retiring from the Department.	As a means to convince him to stay on with the Department and continue completing missions.	2
52995_X9XZD7EN_2	Why did the Department hope that Si would continue for three more space missions?	SPACEMAN ON A SPREE BY MACK REYNOLDS Illustrated by Nodel What's more important—Man's conquest of space, or one spaceman's life? I They gave him a gold watch. It was meant to be symbolical, of course. In the old tradition. It was in the way of an antique, being one of the tim...	He didn't complain about the explorations and enjoyed his time in space.	His required compensation was lower than the other pilots.	It would take too long to train a new pilot to complete the explorations.	He was the best of the best in the space exploration team.	2
52995_X9XZD7EN_3	What clearly showed a sense humbleness presented by Si?	SPACEMAN ON A SPREE BY MACK REYNOLDS Illustrated by Nodel What's more important—Man's conquest of space, or one spaceman's life? I They gave him a gold watch. It was meant to be symbolical, of course. In the old tradition. It was in the way of an antique, being one of the tim...	His ability to obtain the swank suite at the hotel.	The presence of a human bartender in the Kudos Room.	His lack of awareness that he would be considered a celebrity at the Kudos Room.	His quaint behavior at the banquet where he was presented with a gold watch.	2
52995_X9XZD7EN_4	What was considered a downside to the space exploration by Si?	SPACEMAN ON A SPREE BY MACK REYNOLDS Illustrated by Nodel What's more important—Man's conquest of space, or one spaceman's life? I They gave him a gold watch. It was meant to be symbolical, of course. In the old tradition. It was in the way of an antique, being one of the tim...	The inability to start of family of his own due to being away for long periods of time.	The fear of contracting space cafard.	His fear of being in the ship itself.	Becoming too used to being along for long periods of time.	1
52995_X9XZD7EN_5	Based on indicators in the passage, what can be inferred as the time setting of the story?	SPACEMAN ON A SPREE BY MACK REYNOLDS Illustrated by Nodel What's more important—Man's conquest of space, or one spaceman's life? I They gave him a gold watch. It was meant to be symbolical, of course. In the old tradition. It was in the way of an antique, being one of the tim...	The present, based on the character use of credit cards.	The past, based on the dialogue used by characters.	The future, based on the advanced technology	The present, due to the government restrictions on space exploration.	2
52995_X9XZD7EN_6	Why did Si choose to visit Manhattan and the Kudos Room?	SPACEMAN ON A SPREE BY MACK REYNOLDS Illustrated by Nodel What's more important—Man's conquest of space, or one spaceman's life? I They gave him a gold watch. It was meant to be symbolical, of course. In the old tradition. It was in the way of an antique, being one of the tim...	In hopes of seeing and befriending a celebrity	That's the only place that an alcoholic beverage can be legally purchased.	He was planning to meet an attractive woman there.	To celebrate his retirement and spend some of his extra funds.	3
52995_X9XZD7EN_7	After being drafted into the working force reserves, how many trips did Si have to complete in order to retire?	SPACEMAN ON A SPREE BY MACK REYNOLDS Illustrated by Nodel What's more important—Man's conquest of space, or one spaceman's life? I They gave him a gold watch. It was meant to be symbolical, of course. In the old tradition. It was in the way of an antique, being one of the tim...	1 trip	6 trips	5 trips	15 trips	1
52995_X9XZD7EN_8	What context shows that Si was able to retire from the working force reserves with honorable rank?	SPACEMAN ON A SPREE BY MACK REYNOLDS Illustrated by Nodel What's more important—Man's conquest of space, or one spaceman's life? I They gave him a gold watch. It was meant to be symbolical, of course. In the old tradition. It was in the way of an antique, being one of the tim...	He purchased and dressed in the honorable retirement-rank suit.	He was granted access into the vacuum-tube two-seater for transportation.	His receipt of Basic onto his credit card that would fund all of his necessities.	He was permitted to enter the Kudos Room at the hotel.	0
52995_X9XZD7EN_9	What caught Natalie's attention at the Kudos Room and prompted the chat with Si?	SPACEMAN ON A SPREE BY MACK REYNOLDS Illustrated by Nodel What's more important—Man's conquest of space, or one spaceman's life? I They gave him a gold watch. It was meant to be symbolical, of course. In the old tradition. It was in the way of an antique, being one of the tim...	The bartender introduced the two after serving them drinks at the same time.	She thought he was attractive enough and she was bored.	He had offered to buy her drinks all night.	She noticed his space pin.	3
63477_O9LLFQB4_1	How did Trillium end up as a stow-away on the ship?	IMAGE OF SPLENDOR By LU KELLA From Venus to Earth, and all the way between, it was a hell of a world for men ... and Apprentice Burnerman O'Rielly particularly. The intercom roared fit to blow O'Rielly back to Venus. "Burner Four!" "On my way, sir!" At the first flash...	She had been kidnapped by the men under the official command of the President of Earth.	She had fallen for the Earthmen and had chosen to run away with them.	She chose to show away so that the Venus women could bring their cause to the attention of Earth's President.	She had accidentally boarded the ship while looking for the shower.	2
63477_O9LLFQB4_2	How had the fusion control points been adjusted?	IMAGE OF SPLENDOR By LU KELLA From Venus to Earth, and all the way between, it was a hell of a world for men ... and Apprentice Burnerman O'Rielly particularly. The intercom roared fit to blow O'Rielly back to Venus. "Burner Four!" "On my way, sir!" At the first flash...	The control had reset itself in flight.	It had been moved by a scurrying three-tailed mouse of Venus	Trillium had adjusted it when she got too heated.	They were not correctly inspected and locked before blast-off.	2
63477_O9LLFQB4_3	Had Trillium known the outcome of her stowing away, would she have likely still stowed away?	IMAGE OF SPLENDOR By LU KELLA From Venus to Earth, and all the way between, it was a hell of a world for men ... and Apprentice Burnerman O'Rielly particularly. The intercom roared fit to blow O'Rielly back to Venus. "Burner Four!" "On my way, sir!" At the first flash...	Yes, because she was able to accomplish her mission.	Yes, because she had already shown that she was selfish and lonely.	No, because she was jeopardizing being condemned to a Uranus moon.	No, because she wasn't able to prove her point and was sent back to Venus.	0
63477_O9LLFQB4_4	What were the hiding places selected by Trillium while stowing away?	IMAGE OF SPLENDOR By LU KELLA From Venus to Earth, and all the way between, it was a hell of a world for men ... and Apprentice Burnerman O'Rielly particularly. The intercom roared fit to blow O'Rielly back to Venus. "Burner Four!" "On my way, sir!" At the first flash...	In the shower and behind the burner	By the lockers and behind the burner	Behind the burner and under the bunk	In the shower and under the bunk	3
63477_O9LLFQB4_5	Why were the Venus women transfixed by the Earthmen?	IMAGE OF SPLENDOR By LU KELLA From Venus to Earth, and all the way between, it was a hell of a world for men ... and Apprentice Burnerman O'Rielly particularly. The intercom roared fit to blow O'Rielly back to Venus. "Burner Four!" "On my way, sir!" At the first flash...	They felt abandoned by their own men who had obsessions with war and little time for them.	The Earthmen were much more attractive and had real facial hair.	The women of Venus liked to break the rules.	Venus was solely occupied by women, leaving them no other option.	0
63477_O9LLFQB4_6	What caused Trillium to be found in her hiding place the final time?	IMAGE OF SPLENDOR By LU KELLA From Venus to Earth, and all the way between, it was a hell of a world for men ... and Apprentice Burnerman O'Rielly particularly. The intercom roared fit to blow O'Rielly back to Venus. "Burner Four!" "On my way, sir!" At the first flash...	The Earthmen couldn't stop staring at the bunk where she was because of their lust.	His Excellency saw her hiding under the bunk and recognized her immediately.	O'Rielly and Callahan had turned her in to the Old Woman in hopes of a reward.	A loud thump from under the bunk that caught the attention of the Old Woman.	3
63477_O9LLFQB4_7	Why is it in the best interest for an Earthman to never lay eyes on a Venus dame?	IMAGE OF SPLENDOR By LU KELLA From Venus to Earth, and all the way between, it was a hell of a world for men ... and Apprentice Burnerman O'Rielly particularly. The intercom roared fit to blow O'Rielly back to Venus. "Burner Four!" "On my way, sir!" At the first flash...	Because the Venus dames were thought to be only goofy tale set loose by some old space bum.	Because they would be so infatuated by the dame even knowing she would be their damnation.	Because they would be condemned to a Uranus moon for even looking at them.	Because of their dangerous nature.	1
63477_O9LLFQB4_8	Why did Callahan think Trillium was Berta when he first spotted her?	IMAGE OF SPLENDOR By LU KELLA From Venus to Earth, and all the way between, it was a hell of a world for men ... and Apprentice Burnerman O'Rielly particularly. The intercom roared fit to blow O'Rielly back to Venus. "Burner Four!" "On my way, sir!" At the first flash...	Because Berta was Trillium's Grandmamma and she resembled her from a hundred and twenty-five years ago.	Because she introduced herself as so and led him to believe that was who she was.	Because all the Venus women have the same enchanting appearance.	Because only Berta was able to enter the ship.	0
63477_O9LLFQB4_9	How did Trillium sneak her way onto the ship?	IMAGE OF SPLENDOR By LU KELLA From Venus to Earth, and all the way between, it was a hell of a world for men ... and Apprentice Burnerman O'Rielly particularly. The intercom roared fit to blow O'Rielly back to Venus. "Burner Four!" "On my way, sir!" At the first flash...	She disguised herself as a boy hustling bags through the ship.	She had an enchanted Earthman help her onto the ship.	She had sneaked on while no one was looking and went straight to the burner.	She disguised herself as a boy who was serving food in the quarters.	0
63477_O9LLFQB4_10	What were Callahan and O'Rielly awarded for assisting the revolution?	IMAGE OF SPLENDOR By LU KELLA From Venus to Earth, and all the way between, it was a hell of a world for men ... and Apprentice Burnerman O'Rielly particularly. The intercom roared fit to blow O'Rielly back to Venus. "Burner Four!" "On my way, sir!" At the first flash...	They were allowed to visit with the women of Venus	They were allotted five minutes leisure before returning to their stations.	They were punished, rather than rewarded, and programmed to be hung, shot and thrown to the crows for breakfast.	Nothing, but they were spared from being condemned to a Uranus moon.	1
61007_MBJNY82Q_1	What does the E.P. Locator detect?	IT WAS A DULL, ROUTINE LITTLE WORLD. IT DIDN'T EVEN HAVE A CITY. EVERYTHING IT HAD WAS IN THE GARDEN BY R. A. LAFFERTY The protozoic recorder chirped like a bird. Not only would there be life traces on that little moon, but it would be a lively place. So they skipped several steps in th...	Level of Human Activity	Level of Probing	Level of Spinal Fluid	Level of Perception	3
61007_MBJNY82Q_2	Why was each inhabitant of the moon-town only referred to as their specific species rather than a distinct name?	IT WAS A DULL, ROUTINE LITTLE WORLD. IT DIDN'T EVEN HAVE A CITY. EVERYTHING IT HAD WAS IN THE GARDEN BY R. A. LAFFERTY The protozoic recorder chirped like a bird. Not only would there be life traces on that little moon, but it would be a lively place. So they skipped several steps in th...	They were all distinct by their light, and only needed to be referred to as their species.	The population was much too large to name each creature.	The humans of moon-town felt no need to waste time in naming each living creature as they died off too quickly.	There was only one of each, therefore, they were called by their species.	3
61007_MBJNY82Q_3	Which fruit was NOT allowed to be tasted by the crew while visiting the moon-town?	IT WAS A DULL, ROUTINE LITTLE WORLD. IT DIDN'T EVEN HAVE A CITY. EVERYTHING IT HAD WAS IN THE GARDEN BY R. A. LAFFERTY The protozoic recorder chirped like a bird. Not only would there be life traces on that little moon, but it would be a lively place. So they skipped several steps in th...	Apples	Oranges	Pomegranate	Grapes	2
61007_MBJNY82Q_4	What was thought to be used as an indication to settle the confusion between the crew and the two humans in moon-town?	IT WAS A DULL, ROUTINE LITTLE WORLD. IT DIDN'T EVEN HAVE A CITY. EVERYTHING IT HAD WAS IN THE GARDEN BY R. A. LAFFERTY The protozoic recorder chirped like a bird. Not only would there be life traces on that little moon, but it would be a lively place. So they skipped several steps in th...	An inquisition about knowledge	A game of checkers	A contest of preternatural intellect	A physical test	1
61007_MBJNY82Q_5	Why was the cave the only place that was not visited?	IT WAS A DULL, ROUTINE LITTLE WORLD. IT DIDN'T EVEN HAVE A CITY. EVERYTHING IT HAD WAS IN THE GARDEN BY R. A. LAFFERTY The protozoic recorder chirped like a bird. Not only would there be life traces on that little moon, but it would be a lively place. So they skipped several steps in th...	The cave was only a reflective illusion from the bright light.	The crew ran out of time but planned to examine it upon their next arrival	Adam, or Ha-Adamah, told the crew that it was much to dangerous as there were evil creatures living inside.	The serpent lives there and the crew was told that he was cranky.	3
61007_MBJNY82Q_6	What was an indicator that Adam, or Ha-Adamah, was only playing a part while communicating with the crew?	IT WAS A DULL, ROUTINE LITTLE WORLD. IT DIDN'T EVEN HAVE A CITY. EVERYTHING IT HAD WAS IN THE GARDEN BY R. A. LAFFERTY The protozoic recorder chirped like a bird. Not only would there be life traces on that little moon, but it would be a lively place. So they skipped several steps in th...	His eruption of laughter once the crew had left.	He told the Old Serpent that he needed to write him new lines.	His past involvement with show business.	He recalled his true name after the crew had left.	1
61007_MBJNY82Q_7	Why was the moon-town comically referred to as paradise by the priest?	IT WAS A DULL, ROUTINE LITTLE WORLD. IT DIDN'T EVEN HAVE A CITY. EVERYTHING IT HAD WAS IN THE GARDEN BY R. A. LAFFERTY The protozoic recorder chirped like a bird. Not only would there be life traces on that little moon, but it would be a lively place. So they skipped several steps in th...	The woman did not speak the entire time they were there.	There was only one man, so less competition for the attention of the woman.	The unlimited supply of fresh fruit was perfect for weight loss.	There were less occupants, so less idiots to deal with.	0
61007_MBJNY82Q_8	Why was the Old Serpent satisfied that the crew would be returning to try and take their paradise?	IT WAS A DULL, ROUTINE LITTLE WORLD. IT DIDN'T EVEN HAVE A CITY. EVERYTHING IT HAD WAS IN THE GARDEN BY R. A. LAFFERTY The protozoic recorder chirped like a bird. Not only would there be life traces on that little moon, but it would be a lively place. So they skipped several steps in th...	He was happy to have new faces and needed the influx population to breed their new world.	He was hopeful for a portion of the sale money.	They needed to acquire their equipment for forming their new world.	They were hopeful for settlers as they needed someone to help them fertilize the land to keep the fruits plentiful.	2
61007_MBJNY82Q_9	Why had the owners of Little Probe obtained the E.P. Locator at such a discounted rate?	IT WAS A DULL, ROUTINE LITTLE WORLD. IT DIDN'T EVEN HAVE A CITY. EVERYTHING IT HAD WAS IN THE GARDEN BY R. A. LAFFERTY The protozoic recorder chirped like a bird. Not only would there be life traces on that little moon, but it would be a lively place. So they skipped several steps in th...	The readings were unclear as it had struggled with detecting E.P on worms.	The designer had no longer used it as it had not detected E.P. on himself.	It was a faulty machine and often shut off without notice.	It often produced an orange light meaning it was unsure of the results.	1
61007_MBJNY82Q_10	What was determined to have created the bright light in the moon-town?	IT WAS A DULL, ROUTINE LITTLE WORLD. IT DIDN'T EVEN HAVE A CITY. EVERYTHING IT HAD WAS IN THE GARDEN BY R. A. LAFFERTY The protozoic recorder chirped like a bird. Not only would there be life traces on that little moon, but it would be a lively place. So they skipped several steps in th...	The shining paint that was applied to the bodies of Adam and Eve.	Artificial lighting that helped the fruits to produce more.	The lights from the ship that were not turned off.	Constant moon-light that failed to dim in order to help the fruits grow	0
62349_5BTGFFCO_1	What was special or impressive about Gertrude?	The Blue Behemoth By LEIGH BRACKETT Shannon's Imperial Circus was a jinxed space-carny leased for a mysterious tour of the inner worlds. It made a one-night pitch on a Venusian swamp-town—to find that death stalked it from the jungle in a tiny ball of flame. Bucky Shannon l...	Her outrageous temperment	She was an extreme rarity.	Her extraordinary size and young age	She was exceptionally talented	1
62349_5BTGFFCO_2	Why was Gertrude continuously screaming?	The Blue Behemoth By LEIGH BRACKETT Shannon's Imperial Circus was a jinxed space-carny leased for a mysterious tour of the inner worlds. It made a one-night pitch on a Venusian swamp-town—to find that death stalked it from the jungle in a tiny ball of flame. Bucky Shannon l...	She was cramped in a much too small space.	She missed her family.	She was near starving.	She was desperate for a mate	3
62349_5BTGFFCO_3	How were Jig and Bucky attacked by the Vapor snakes?	The Blue Behemoth By LEIGH BRACKETT Shannon's Imperial Circus was a jinxed space-carny leased for a mysterious tour of the inner worlds. It made a one-night pitch on a Venusian swamp-town—to find that death stalked it from the jungle in a tiny ball of flame. Bucky Shannon l...	They had been released by someone on purpose	Bucky had released them while inebriated	They had gone into the wrong enclosure.	They had escaped their tanks in search of food.	0
62349_5BTGFFCO_4	Why did the crew mind that the cave-cat had kittens?	The Blue Behemoth By LEIGH BRACKETT Shannon's Imperial Circus was a jinxed space-carny leased for a mysterious tour of the inner worlds. It made a one-night pitch on a Venusian swamp-town—to find that death stalked it from the jungle in a tiny ball of flame. Bucky Shannon l...	They didn't perform well while they were small.	They were too dangerous to keep onboard	They had no food for more mouths to feed	One had only four legs	3
62349_5BTGFFCO_5	What did the Nahali people do in side-shows as their talent?	The Blue Behemoth By LEIGH BRACKETT Shannon's Imperial Circus was a jinxed space-carny leased for a mysterious tour of the inner worlds. It made a one-night pitch on a Venusian swamp-town—to find that death stalked it from the jungle in a tiny ball of flame. Bucky Shannon l...	Performed with the dangerous Vapor snakes	Performed tricks with the electric power the held in their bodies	Swallowed electricty and performed with currents	Their appearance alone was their performance, as they had triangular mouths and scaled hides	1
62349_5BTGFFCO_6	Why was Kapper in such a state of disbelief when Bucky and Jig found him?	The Blue Behemoth By LEIGH BRACKETT Shannon's Imperial Circus was a jinxed space-carny leased for a mysterious tour of the inner worlds. It made a one-night pitch on a Venusian swamp-town—to find that death stalked it from the jungle in a tiny ball of flame. Bucky Shannon l...	He was frantically searching for the male Cansin he had found	He had lost all his animals and was desperate to find them	He had been attacked by the Vapor snakes	He was being poisoned.	3
62349_5BTGFFCO_7	What did Jig and Bucky promise Kapper?	The Blue Behemoth By LEIGH BRACKETT Shannon's Imperial Circus was a jinxed space-carny leased for a mysterious tour of the inner worlds. It made a one-night pitch on a Venusian swamp-town—to find that death stalked it from the jungle in a tiny ball of flame. Bucky Shannon l...	That they would find a way to save the Circus	That they would be able to save him	That they would take the cansin back.	That they would not make the deal with Beamish	2
62349_5BTGFFCO_8	Why did Jig and Bucky rarely come in through the front door?	The Blue Behemoth By LEIGH BRACKETT Shannon's Imperial Circus was a jinxed space-carny leased for a mysterious tour of the inner worlds. It made a one-night pitch on a Venusian swamp-town—to find that death stalked it from the jungle in a tiny ball of flame. Bucky Shannon l...	They wanted to avoid the screams of Gertrude	They wanted to avoid the debt collectors	They preferred the back entrance as to be closer to the action	They wanted to avoid the Vapor snakes	1
62349_5BTGFFCO_9	Why was the Circus is danger of closing?	The Blue Behemoth By LEIGH BRACKETT Shannon's Imperial Circus was a jinxed space-carny leased for a mysterious tour of the inner worlds. It made a one-night pitch on a Venusian swamp-town—to find that death stalked it from the jungle in a tiny ball of flame. Bucky Shannon l...	They lacked impressive skills now that more of their kind had surfaced.	They were out of money and out of options.	They were no longer able to manage the lot of animals they had acquired.	They were too inebriated to be coherent.	1
63109_0D4K7P96_1	Why did Billy-boy take Grannie Annie to the grille?	Doctor Universe By CARL JACOBI Grannie Annie, who wrote science fiction under the nom de plume of Annabella C. Flowers, had stumbled onto a murderous plot more hair-raising than any she had ever concocted. And the danger from the villain of the piece didn't worry her—I was the guy...	He felt he needed to be polite and take her to dinner.	No females were allowed in the club	He wanted to go somewhere where no one would over hear their conversation	He wanted to inspect the book she had been writing.	1
63109_0D4K7P96_2	What brought Billy-boy to the realization of why Grannie Annie had brought him to the Satellite Theater?	Doctor Universe By CARL JACOBI Grannie Annie, who wrote science fiction under the nom de plume of Annabella C. Flowers, had stumbled onto a murderous plot more hair-raising than any she had ever concocted. And the danger from the villain of the piece didn't worry her—I was the guy...	The publication of her newest book	The appearance of Charles Zanner	The attraction of the performance of the Nine Geniuses	The spell placed by Doctor Universe	3
63109_0D4K7P96_3	What was supposedly destroyed after the crash of the Vennox regime?	Doctor Universe By CARL JACOBI Grannie Annie, who wrote science fiction under the nom de plume of Annabella C. Flowers, had stumbled onto a murderous plot more hair-raising than any she had ever concocted. And the danger from the villain of the piece didn't worry her—I was the guy...	The Varsoom district	Green Flames	Ezra Karn, an old prospector	Gamma rays	1
63109_0D4K7P96_4	How is one able to escape the Varsoom?	Doctor Universe By CARL JACOBI Grannie Annie, who wrote science fiction under the nom de plume of Annabella C. Flowers, had stumbled onto a murderous plot more hair-raising than any she had ever concocted. And the danger from the villain of the piece didn't worry her—I was the guy...	By laughing	By using protection of a Venusian	Use of heat rays	By throwing Green Flames	0
63109_0D4K7P96_5	By what were Grannie Annie and Billy-boy being watched?	Doctor Universe By CARL JACOBI Grannie Annie, who wrote science fiction under the nom de plume of Annabella C. Flowers, had stumbled onto a murderous plot more hair-raising than any she had ever concocted. And the danger from the villain of the piece didn't worry her—I was the guy...	Ezra Karn, an old prospector	Hunter-bird	a drone	By Venusians	1
63109_0D4K7P96_6	Why was Billy-boy stopped as he was walking into the main lounge?	Doctor Universe By CARL JACOBI Grannie Annie, who wrote science fiction under the nom de plume of Annabella C. Flowers, had stumbled onto a murderous plot more hair-raising than any she had ever concocted. And the danger from the villain of the piece didn't worry her—I was the guy...	He was not welcome in the club, per recent events.	He was no longer a pilot and had to return to the gate.	The pilots and crew-men were requested to all meet before entering	He was informed that he had a visitor	3
63109_0D4K7P96_7	Who was performing at the Satellite Theater when Billy-boy and Grannie Annie arrived?	Doctor Universe By CARL JACOBI Grannie Annie, who wrote science fiction under the nom de plume of Annabella C. Flowers, had stumbled onto a murderous plot more hair-raising than any she had ever concocted. And the danger from the villain of the piece didn't worry her—I was the guy...	The Swamp City community members	Charles Zanner	Doctor Universe	Annabellla C. Flowers	2
63109_0D4K7P96_8	How long did Billy-boy and Grannie Annie travel after heat ray attack?	Doctor Universe By CARL JACOBI Grannie Annie, who wrote science fiction under the nom de plume of Annabella C. Flowers, had stumbled onto a murderous plot more hair-raising than any she had ever concocted. And the danger from the villain of the piece didn't worry her—I was the guy...	Until January, when Death In The Atom hit stands	six weeks	Until dark when the arrived at the camp fire	six days	3
63109_0D4K7P96_9	Why were there no guards present in the ship?	Doctor Universe By CARL JACOBI Grannie Annie, who wrote science fiction under the nom de plume of Annabella C. Flowers, had stumbled onto a murderous plot more hair-raising than any she had ever concocted. And the danger from the villain of the piece didn't worry her—I was the guy...	They had all been eliminated by the Green Flames	the metal envelope was the only guard	The ship was well hidden to not need guards	The ship was self-operating to defend	3
63109_0D4K7P96_10	Why was the Green Flame so sought after?	Doctor Universe By CARL JACOBI Grannie Annie, who wrote science fiction under the nom de plume of Annabella C. Flowers, had stumbled onto a murderous plot more hair-raising than any she had ever concocted. And the danger from the villain of the piece didn't worry her—I was the guy...	It was capable of shooting rays that would destroy every existance.	It was used in warfare and needed to be protected	It was too dangerous to be left unattended	It was more powerful than any known drug	3
62324_PSKZR17W_1	What can be determined as a similarity between Harvey, Joe, and Johnson?	GRIFTERS' ASTEROID By H. L. GOLD Harvey and Joe were the slickest con-men ever to gyp a space-lane sucker. Or so they thought! Angus Johnson knew differently. He charged them five buckos for a glass of water—and got it! Characteristically, Harvey Ellsworth tried to maintain his digni...	They all have a tendency to want the best for one another to a personal fault.	They all have a tendency to think they are more advanced than one another	They all have a tendency to spend too much time at the bar where Johnson works	They all have a tendency to be greedy at any opportunity	3
62324_PSKZR17W_2	Why did Harvey and Joe have such a large tab and the bar that was ran by Johnson?	GRIFTERS' ASTEROID By H. L. GOLD Harvey and Joe were the slickest con-men ever to gyp a space-lane sucker. Or so they thought! Angus Johnson knew differently. He charged them five buckos for a glass of water—and got it! Characteristically, Harvey Ellsworth tried to maintain his digni...	They were unaware of the cost of the water served by the bartender.	They had consumed multiple alcoholic beverages and lost track of how much they had ordered.	Their funds were unlimited and they ordered rounds of drinks for everyone in the bar, including Genius, who had more hands to hold more drinks.	Johnson had over-priced the alcoholic drinks they ordered once he knew they were drunk.	0
62324_PSKZR17W_3	Despite the menu prices for the restaurant food being remarkably low, how were Harvey and Joe met with an outrageous bill of 328 buckos?	GRIFTERS' ASTEROID By H. L. GOLD Harvey and Joe were the slickest con-men ever to gyp a space-lane sucker. Or so they thought! Angus Johnson knew differently. He charged them five buckos for a glass of water—and got it! Characteristically, Harvey Ellsworth tried to maintain his digni...	They were charged for an insane amount of overhead.	They were charged for services and entertainment.	They didn't notice the additional zeros added on to the prices of the menu items	They were not informed of the tax charged onto the meal.	1
62324_PSKZR17W_4	Why did Harvey agree to pay the absurd price for the water that he and Joe consumed at the bar?	GRIFTERS' ASTEROID By H. L. GOLD Harvey and Joe were the slickest con-men ever to gyp a space-lane sucker. Or so they thought! Angus Johnson knew differently. He charged them five buckos for a glass of water—and got it! Characteristically, Harvey Ellsworth tried to maintain his digni...	The sheriff had threated them with his holstered weapon.	He knew they would be able to con Johnson right back.	They were thirsty and too delirious to argue	He didn't want to risk being arrested and trapped on Planetoid 42	1
62324_PSKZR17W_5	How was Johnson convinced to buy the case astroid fever medication?	GRIFTERS' ASTEROID By H. L. GOLD Harvey and Joe were the slickest con-men ever to gyp a space-lane sucker. Or so they thought! Angus Johnson knew differently. He charged them five buckos for a glass of water—and got it! Characteristically, Harvey Ellsworth tried to maintain his digni...	Proven statistics showing that it was the best antidote	Joe's acting skills	He felt feverish and thought he may have contracted the illness	A price too good that could not be turned down	1
62324_PSKZR17W_6	What was so unique about Genius that made Joe and Harvey want to purchase him?	GRIFTERS' ASTEROID By H. L. GOLD Harvey and Joe were the slickest con-men ever to gyp a space-lane sucker. Or so they thought! Angus Johnson knew differently. He charged them five buckos for a glass of water—and got it! Characteristically, Harvey Ellsworth tried to maintain his digni...	His impressive cooking	His ability to haggle	His useful mechanical skills	His 6 arms	3
62324_PSKZR17W_7	Despite what they told Johnson, what can be determined as Harvey and Joe's true occupation?	GRIFTERS' ASTEROID By H. L. GOLD Harvey and Joe were the slickest con-men ever to gyp a space-lane sucker. Or so they thought! Angus Johnson knew differently. He charged them five buckos for a glass of water—and got it! Characteristically, Harvey Ellsworth tried to maintain his digni...	Sales men	space-side mechanics	Traveling gamblers	Con artists	3
62569_H25OYX58_1	Which best describes the relationship between the protagonists?	The Monster Maker By RAY BRADBURY "Get Gunther," the official orders read. It was to laugh! For Click and Irish were marooned on the pirate's asteroid—their only weapons a single gun and a news-reel camera. Suddenly, it was there. There wasn't time to blink or speak or get scared. C...	They're friendly but their friendship detracts from their ability to problem-solve and be productive.	They're both in a tough situation but their hatred for one another pushes them to work independently.	They work together and are able to coordinate with each other pretty well.	They don't like each other too much; they put up with each other at best.	2
62569_H25OYX58_2	What makes the protagonists become less concerned about being trapped by the beasts?	The Monster Maker By RAY BRADBURY "Get Gunther," the official orders read. It was to laugh! For Click and Irish were marooned on the pirate's asteroid—their only weapons a single gun and a news-reel camera. Suddenly, it was there. There wasn't time to blink or speak or get scared. C...	They realized that the beasts were not actually interested in hurting them, so they were able to calmly leave their hiding spot.	They realized that the beasts were too big to fit into the space they were in, so they could camp out in that spot indefinitely.	They realized the beasts were not actual beasts, but were meant to seem real.	They realized that the beasts die when their photo is taken, and they had captured many of the beasts on camera.	2
62569_H25OYX58_3	How would you describe the pace of the characters, and why?	The Monster Maker By RAY BRADBURY "Get Gunther," the official orders read. It was to laugh! For Click and Irish were marooned on the pirate's asteroid—their only weapons a single gun and a news-reel camera. Suddenly, it was there. There wasn't time to blink or speak or get scared. C...	Quickly. The characters were under a time constraint, depleting air, and were encountering additional threats that made them move with haste.	At a sprint. The characters were so scared that they were rushing decisions and they weren't thinking logically.	Average. Though the characters were concerned for their survival, they were taking things at a normal pace because they thought they could be rescued.	Slowly. The characters didn't want to endanger themselves further in the situation so they tried to think everything through fully.	0
62569_H25OYX58_4	What is not a type technology that is used in this story?	The Monster Maker By RAY BRADBURY "Get Gunther," the official orders read. It was to laugh! For Click and Irish were marooned on the pirate's asteroid—their only weapons a single gun and a news-reel camera. Suddenly, it was there. There wasn't time to blink or speak or get scared. C...	Tasers that paralyze individuals and render them unconscious	Highly advanced space travel	Tools that allow one to distort how someone else perceives reality	Filming devices	0
62569_H25OYX58_5	What are Hathaway and Marnagan's physiques like?	The Monster Maker By RAY BRADBURY "Get Gunther," the official orders read. It was to laugh! For Click and Irish were marooned on the pirate's asteroid—their only weapons a single gun and a news-reel camera. Suddenly, it was there. There wasn't time to blink or speak or get scared. C...	There isn't much discussion about how either person looks at all.	Marnagan is consistently described as feeble in comparison to Hathaway.	Both of their appearances are described to some degree, and Marnagan is often described as being a large presence.	Both are each regularly described as having similar builds.	2

52995_I3M5VUMM_1

Why is Si retirement so significant to the Space Exploration Team?

SPACEMAN ON A SPREE BY MACK REYNOLDS Illustrated by Nodel What's more important—Man's conquest of space, or one spaceman's life? I They gave him a gold watch. It was meant to be symbolical, of course. In the old tradition. It was in the way of an antique, being one of the tim...

There aren’t enough working people in the world. They won’t be able to find a replacement.

As one of two remaining spacemen, it would likely mean the defunding and shut down of the Space Exploration Team.

Training new spacemen is costly and time consuming. They won’t have anyone else ready after him.

His retirement may inspire others to stop working as well, which would be hugely detrimental as most people don't feel the drive to work as is.

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52995_I3M5VUMM_2

What makes Gubelin an outlier in the present day?

SPACEMAN ON A SPREE BY MACK REYNOLDS Illustrated by Nodel What's more important—Man's conquest of space, or one spaceman's life? I They gave him a gold watch. It was meant to be symbolical, of course. In the old tradition. It was in the way of an antique, being one of the tim...

He is much older than the rest of the population.

He refuses new operations that could improve his health.

His mind is still active, and he values hard work.

He still wears glasses and value objects like the gold watch given to Si.

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52995_I3M5VUMM_3

What is the main reason that Gubelin is so resentful of Si’s decision?

SPACEMAN ON A SPREE BY MACK REYNOLDS Illustrated by Nodel What's more important—Man's conquest of space, or one spaceman's life? I They gave him a gold watch. It was meant to be symbolical, of course. In the old tradition. It was in the way of an antique, being one of the tim...

He doesn’t want to have to go through the effort of training a new spaceman, as it’s very costly and time consuming.

He regrets not having the opportunity of space exploration himself.

He fears the end of the Space Exploration program, and for mankind’s research of space to come to an end.

He hates the Welfare State and how it’s taken away people’s drive to learn and explore.

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52995_I3M5VUMM_4

What is the main reason behind the Welfare State operating as it does?

SPACEMAN ON A SPREE BY MACK REYNOLDS Illustrated by Nodel What's more important—Man's conquest of space, or one spaceman's life? I They gave him a gold watch. It was meant to be symbolical, of course. In the old tradition. It was in the way of an antique, being one of the tim...

Automation with computers has made the need to work largely obsolete.

The current populace is not skilled enough to work, and thus most people are a part of the Welfare State

The government does not want new workers, and is content supplying people with the funds they need to get through life.

Overtime, the public has lost its drive to work. Thus, no one enforces a workforce.

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52995_I3M5VUMM_5

What happens to drafted workers?

SPACEMAN ON A SPREE BY MACK REYNOLDS Illustrated by Nodel What's more important—Man's conquest of space, or one spaceman's life? I They gave him a gold watch. It was meant to be symbolical, of course. In the old tradition. It was in the way of an antique, being one of the tim...

They train and work for a time, then retire with extra funds.

They receive no pay, and have to undergo training and work for some time

They are called upon throughout their life for periods of work.

They work a short period of time, then return to normal life.

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52995_I3M5VUMM_6

Why is Si so astonished when there is a real bartender working the bar?

SPACEMAN ON A SPREE BY MACK REYNOLDS Illustrated by Nodel What's more important—Man's conquest of space, or one spaceman's life? I They gave him a gold watch. It was meant to be symbolical, of course. In the old tradition. It was in the way of an antique, being one of the tim...

He hasn’t been talking to people, and Si is caught off guard seeing someone face to face again after so long.

He’s never seen a bartender before, nor been in an establishment that has one.

He was in his thoughts considering his money, and was caught off guard.

He didn’t expect it. It’s a job that is normally automated, and it’s shocking to see a human working it.

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52995_I3M5VUMM_7

Why does Si deliberate on how to spend his night?

SPACEMAN ON A SPREE BY MACK REYNOLDS Illustrated by Nodel What's more important—Man's conquest of space, or one spaceman's life? I They gave him a gold watch. It was meant to be symbolical, of course. In the old tradition. It was in the way of an antique, being one of the tim...

He finally has the opportunity to let loose, and wants to revel in it.

He’s spent his money on “cheap” entertainment in the past, and wants to do better now.

He’s not used to this freedom and is unsure what to do.

He’s not used to living this way and is uncomfortable.

1

52995_I3M5VUMM_8

What is the “space cafard” that Si describes?

SPACEMAN ON A SPREE BY MACK REYNOLDS Illustrated by Nodel What's more important—Man's conquest of space, or one spaceman's life? I They gave him a gold watch. It was meant to be symbolical, of course. In the old tradition. It was in the way of an antique, being one of the tim...

It’s the isolation that spacemen feel working alone in space, with only computers as company

It’s the public’s adverse opinion of space exploration that Gubelin tries to hide.

It’s the desire to return home from a long voyage.

It is the current system of operations for spacecraft, where people man ships with only one person.

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63477_65UJ979R_1

What caused the error in O'Rielly's controls?

IMAGE OF SPLENDOR By LU KELLA From Venus to Earth, and all the way between, it was a hell of a world for men ... and Apprentice Burnerman O'Rielly particularly. The intercom roared fit to blow O'Rielly back to Venus. "Burner Four!" "On my way, sir!" At the first flash...

A control malfunctioned and reset itself.

He missed something when they were preparing.

The controls weren't locked before take-off.

The Venus woman tampered with it.

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63477_65UJ979R_2

O'Rielly starts to talk about "venus dames" unprompted and acting strangely. Why?

IMAGE OF SPLENDOR By LU KELLA From Venus to Earth, and all the way between, it was a hell of a world for men ... and Apprentice Burnerman O'Rielly particularly. The intercom roared fit to blow O'Rielly back to Venus. "Burner Four!" "On my way, sir!" At the first flash...

He's out of sorts from working on the controls. The heat got to him.

He's had an experience with them in the past, and wants to discuss is with Callahan.

It's the effect that Venus women have on Earth men. The woman's presence changes his focus.

He's embarrassed about the controls malfunction and is trying to change the subject

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63477_65UJ979R_3

Why have Venus men struggled to keep their women interested in them?

IMAGE OF SPLENDOR By LU KELLA From Venus to Earth, and all the way between, it was a hell of a world for men ... and Apprentice Burnerman O'Rielly particularly. The intercom roared fit to blow O'Rielly back to Venus. "Burner Four!" "On my way, sir!" At the first flash...

Their culture has men in power, and thus they don't consider women their equals.

Earth men are too enticing to Venus women. They can't compete.

They have been too pre-occupied with war, haven't realized the truth.

Venus females don't interest them enough.

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63477_65UJ979R_4

What can be said about Grandmamma Berta, Trillium, and the Madame President of Earth?

IMAGE OF SPLENDOR By LU KELLA From Venus to Earth, and all the way between, it was a hell of a world for men ... and Apprentice Burnerman O'Rielly particularly. The intercom roared fit to blow O'Rielly back to Venus. "Burner Four!" "On my way, sir!" At the first flash...

They have all felt disrespected by then men that ruled over them.

They all anticipated this revolution, and have been working together to make it happen.

Madame President did not expect the revolution, but supports Trillium and Berta.

None of them anticipated this revolution. It all happened at once.

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61007_OZTGOAFT_1

Why does Eppel indicate an orange light when scanning the planet?

IT WAS A DULL, ROUTINE LITTLE WORLD. IT DIDN'T EVEN HAVE A CITY. EVERYTHING IT HAD WAS IN THE GARDEN BY R. A. LAFFERTY The protozoic recorder chirped like a bird. Not only would there be life traces on that little moon, but it would be a lively place. So they skipped several steps in th...

It wants the crew to make their own judgement, because it doesn't know what to make of it.

It senses Ha-Adamah's perception.

It senses the "Old Serpent's" perception.

It senses that an omnipotent being.

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61007_OZTGOAFT_2

Why does the crew later refer to Ha-Adamah as Adam?

IT WAS A DULL, ROUTINE LITTLE WORLD. IT DIDN'T EVEN HAVE A CITY. EVERYTHING IT HAD WAS IN THE GARDEN BY R. A. LAFFERTY The protozoic recorder chirped like a bird. Not only would there be life traces on that little moon, but it would be a lively place. So they skipped several steps in th...

He responds to Adam, and they decide it's his true name

Ha-Adamah is Adam's Hebrew origination.

The planet feels so much like the Garden of Eden, that they begin to believe he is Adam

They want to test Adam and see if he accepts it as his name.

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61007_OZTGOAFT_3

Why does Adam refuse to play checkers?

IT WAS A DULL, ROUTINE LITTLE WORLD. IT DIDN'T EVEN HAVE A CITY. EVERYTHING IT HAD WAS IN THE GARDEN BY R. A. LAFFERTY The protozoic recorder chirped like a bird. Not only would there be life traces on that little moon, but it would be a lively place. So they skipped several steps in th...

He does not want to humiliate the priest by beating him.

The priest is too eager to go up against him, and he doesn't want to disappoint.

He has no reason to play. He is omniscient and would win without contest.

He is scared of losing and giving away his true identity.

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61007_OZTGOAFT_4

How does the "Old Serpent" know that the crew is returning with settlers?

IT WAS A DULL, ROUTINE LITTLE WORLD. IT DIDN'T EVEN HAVE A CITY. EVERYTHING IT HAD WAS IN THE GARDEN BY R. A. LAFFERTY The protozoic recorder chirped like a bird. Not only would there be life traces on that little moon, but it would be a lively place. So they skipped several steps in th...

He understands people, and that they'll want to have their way with the planet.

Like Adam, he has extraordinary perception and can predict it happening.

It has happened before. He knows that people cannot resist the temptation and takes advantage of it.

The crew made it clear they would return.

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61007_OZTGOAFT_5

What ultimately makes the priest disbelieve what they've seen, despite his faith?

IT WAS A DULL, ROUTINE LITTLE WORLD. IT DIDN'T EVEN HAVE A CITY. EVERYTHING IT HAD WAS IN THE GARDEN BY R. A. LAFFERTY The protozoic recorder chirped like a bird. Not only would there be life traces on that little moon, but it would be a lively place. So they skipped several steps in th...

He senses the "unusual mind" of Adam, and it made him uneasy.

He is too faithful to risk trusting what they've seen.

Someone like Adam would not be afraid of playing checkers, or being personable.

The illusion is too perfect, and it feels inauthentic to him.

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61007_OZTGOAFT_6

What is likely to happen to the crew when they return to the planet?

IT WAS A DULL, ROUTINE LITTLE WORLD. IT DIDN'T EVEN HAVE A CITY. EVERYTHING IT HAD WAS IN THE GARDEN BY R. A. LAFFERTY The protozoic recorder chirped like a bird. Not only would there be life traces on that little moon, but it would be a lively place. So they skipped several steps in th...

They'll fall victim like those before them, and have their supplies stolen.

They'll return, still believing it's the Garden of Eden.

They'll learn the truth about the Old Serpent and Adam, and leave.

They'll carry through with their settlement plans and cash in.

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62349_N0MX51FA_1

Why does Shannon reach for his gun when Beamish introduces himself?

The Blue Behemoth By LEIGH BRACKETT Shannon's Imperial Circus was a jinxed space-carny leased for a mysterious tour of the inner worlds. It made a one-night pitch on a Venusian swamp-town—to find that death stalked it from the jungle in a tiny ball of flame. Bucky Shannon l...

The sound of the chair being pulled back sets him on high alert.

He sees that Beamish has something in his hands.

Shannon is prone to suspicion after being hunted down by people they owe money to, and thinks Beamish is one of them.

Beamish tells them he's there to collect money from them.

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62349_N0MX51FA_2

Why is it so important for Jig and Shannon to find Gertrude a mate?

The Blue Behemoth By LEIGH BRACKETT Shannon's Imperial Circus was a jinxed space-carny leased for a mysterious tour of the inner worlds. It made a one-night pitch on a Venusian swamp-town—to find that death stalked it from the jungle in a tiny ball of flame. Bucky Shannon l...

They want to preserve her species, and they're close to extinction. Her species is too valuable to let die out.

They need another "cansin" for their show.

She feels alone in her cage and in the circus, and they feel badly for her.

Her crying and loneliness without one is affecting the entire crew, and they can't afford to have her out of commission.

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62349_N0MX51FA_3

Who does Jig suspect wants them dead, and let loose the vapor snakes?

The Blue Behemoth By LEIGH BRACKETT Shannon's Imperial Circus was a jinxed space-carny leased for a mysterious tour of the inner worlds. It made a one-night pitch on a Venusian swamp-town—to find that death stalked it from the jungle in a tiny ball of flame. Bucky Shannon l...

Beamish and the crew. The circus has not been doing well, and Beamish may be unhappy with the deal they cut.

The crew. They resent how little money they make.

Beamish, because he knows they cut him a bad deal.

Gow. He didn't call back the snakes as they attacked them, and is beside himself because of Gertrude.

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62349_N0MX51FA_4

What is Ahra referring to when she says "something has been taken?"

The Blue Behemoth By LEIGH BRACKETT Shannon's Imperial Circus was a jinxed space-carny leased for a mysterious tour of the inner worlds. It made a one-night pitch on a Venusian swamp-town—to find that death stalked it from the jungle in a tiny ball of flame. Bucky Shannon l...

Gertrude's happiness.

Beamish's money.

The cansin male.

Jig and Shannon's safety.

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62349_N0MX51FA_5

How does Shannon feel about the circus?

The Blue Behemoth By LEIGH BRACKETT Shannon's Imperial Circus was a jinxed space-carny leased for a mysterious tour of the inner worlds. It made a one-night pitch on a Venusian swamp-town—to find that death stalked it from the jungle in a tiny ball of flame. Bucky Shannon l...

He needs it for money, nothing more.

He resents that he's stuck with it, and gets angry when people insult it.

Despite it's quality, he truly cares about it.

He believes in it's quality, and has faith in it.

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62349_N0MX51FA_6

Why does Jig bluff to Beamish initially?

The Blue Behemoth By LEIGH BRACKETT Shannon's Imperial Circus was a jinxed space-carny leased for a mysterious tour of the inner worlds. It made a one-night pitch on a Venusian swamp-town—to find that death stalked it from the jungle in a tiny ball of flame. Bucky Shannon l...

He knows he can get away with it - Beamish has the money to match what they ask.

He doesn't trust Shannon to close a good deal.

He doesn't trust Beamish, and wants to see if he's committed to the idea.

For them to start a new tour would be costly for them, and Jig wants to get the maximum price.

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63109_XYACUEX2_1

What effects do the Green Flame rocks have?

Doctor Universe By CARL JACOBI Grannie Annie, who wrote science fiction under the nom de plume of Annabella C. Flowers, had stumbled onto a murderous plot more hair-raising than any she had ever concocted. And the danger from the villain of the piece didn't worry her—I was the guy...

It makes people lethargic and easily manipulated.

They spread radioactivity to people and make them ill.

They influence people to take power over other people.

They are electromagnetic and shock people.

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63109_XYACUEX2_2

Why is Grannie Annie so concerned about the Green Flame’s whereabouts?

Doctor Universe By CARL JACOBI Grannie Annie, who wrote science fiction under the nom de plume of Annabella C. Flowers, had stumbled onto a murderous plot more hair-raising than any she had ever concocted. And the danger from the villain of the piece didn't worry her—I was the guy...

She wants to finish writing her story about them and needs to see them again.

She believes that Doctor Universe is using to for his show to manipulate people.

The current political climate is restless, and if used Green Flames could lead to a disaster.

She wants it for herself and to continue researching the effects of Green Flame.

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63109_XYACUEX2_3

What makes Grannie Annie's writing remarkable?

Doctor Universe By CARL JACOBI Grannie Annie, who wrote science fiction under the nom de plume of Annabella C. Flowers, had stumbled onto a murderous plot more hair-raising than any she had ever concocted. And the danger from the villain of the piece didn't worry her—I was the guy...

She isn't a writer of any notararitey.

She is an esteemed actor on top of being a writer.

She writes intense science fiction.

Her science fiction stories are typical, but she visits the locations she writes about and does so authentically.

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63109_XYACUEX2_4

Why is Billy so drawn to Grannie Annie?

Doctor Universe By CARL JACOBI Grannie Annie, who wrote science fiction under the nom de plume of Annabella C. Flowers, had stumbled onto a murderous plot more hair-raising than any she had ever concocted. And the danger from the villain of the piece didn't worry her—I was the guy...

She knows about the Green Flame and Billy wants to know more about them.

Her writing wows him.

She's a famous author. He's naturally drawn to that fame.

She's an eccentric adventurer at heart, and compelling.

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63109_XYACUEX2_5

What is Grannie Annie referring to when she says "the I.P men aren't strong enough?"

Doctor Universe By CARL JACOBI Grannie Annie, who wrote science fiction under the nom de plume of Annabella C. Flowers, had stumbled onto a murderous plot more hair-raising than any she had ever concocted. And the danger from the villain of the piece didn't worry her—I was the guy...

She doesn't feel that the I.P men are serving well enough.

Just that - that the local law enforcement should be stronger.

She knows that as the politcal climate worsens, the I.P won't be able to keep up with the chaos.

The I.P men weren't quick enough to protect Billy and her from the attack.

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63109_XYACUEX2_6

What is true about Doctor Universe?

Doctor Universe By CARL JACOBI Grannie Annie, who wrote science fiction under the nom de plume of Annabella C. Flowers, had stumbled onto a murderous plot more hair-raising than any she had ever concocted. And the danger from the villain of the piece didn't worry her—I was the guy...

His audience reacts so well to him because much of the population is under the influence of Green Flame.

He knows about the whereabouts of Green Flame and is hiding it from Grannie Annie.

There is nothing of note to him. He is just a popular TV personaility.

He is using Green Flame himsel to influence his audience and force them to watch. He is the one who stole it.

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63109_XYACUEX2_7

Why are people after Grannie Annie?

Doctor Universe By CARL JACOBI Grannie Annie, who wrote science fiction under the nom de plume of Annabella C. Flowers, had stumbled onto a murderous plot more hair-raising than any she had ever concocted. And the danger from the villain of the piece didn't worry her—I was the guy...

She entered the Spacemen's Club, which she was not allowed to do as a woman.

She was on Doctor Universe's show.

She knows too much about the Green Flames and they want to prevent her from obtaining it.

As a prolific author who travel a lot, she's made a lot of enemies.

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63109_XYACUEX2_8

How will the story likely continue?

Doctor Universe By CARL JACOBI Grannie Annie, who wrote science fiction under the nom de plume of Annabella C. Flowers, had stumbled onto a murderous plot more hair-raising than any she had ever concocted. And the danger from the villain of the piece didn't worry her—I was the guy...

The group will continue to search for a way to get to the Green Flames.

The Green Flames will make Grannie Annie lose her drive to obtain them.

Grannie Annie will leave the storage of Green Flame behind, since she can’t get through the glass.

arn will betray the duo and take the lot for himself.

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62324_6UIKQIDI_1

Why does Joseph lie about the water supply?

GRIFTERS' ASTEROID By H. L. GOLD Harvey and Joe were the slickest con-men ever to gyp a space-lane sucker. Or so they thought! Angus Johnson knew differently. He charged them five buckos for a glass of water—and got it! Characteristically, Harvey Ellsworth tried to maintain his digni...

There isn't a lot of water there, and he needs to be able to ration it out.

He wants people to believe they need to pay for it.

He wants to keep the fresh water for himself.

He thinks that people would prefer to buy filtered water.

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62324_6UIKQIDI_2

What is "La-anago Yergis"?

GRIFTERS' ASTEROID By H. L. GOLD Harvey and Joe were the slickest con-men ever to gyp a space-lane sucker. Or so they thought! Angus Johnson knew differently. He charged them five buckos for a glass of water—and got it! Characteristically, Harvey Ellsworth tried to maintain his digni...

It's a panacea that can cure any ailment.

It's medicine. It's a cure for "asteroid fever."

It's purified water.

It's a placebo. It's not real medicine.

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62324_6UIKQIDI_3

Why do Harvey and Joe change thier plan when confronting Johnson about the water?

GRIFTERS' ASTEROID By H. L. GOLD Harvey and Joe were the slickest con-men ever to gyp a space-lane sucker. Or so they thought! Angus Johnson knew differently. He charged them five buckos for a glass of water—and got it! Characteristically, Harvey Ellsworth tried to maintain his digni...

Joe suddenly feels unwell, and Harvey needs to help him.

They want to buy Genius, and don't want there to be bad blood.

Joseph's son is large and intimidating, and they want to avoid a fight.

They don't think they could take Joseph in a fight.

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62324_6UIKQIDI_4

What makes Johnson's son so different?

GRIFTERS' ASTEROID By H. L. GOLD Harvey and Joe were the slickest con-men ever to gyp a space-lane sucker. Or so they thought! Angus Johnson knew differently. He charged them five buckos for a glass of water—and got it! Characteristically, Harvey Ellsworth tried to maintain his digni...

He grew up without Earth's gravity, allowing him to grow larger than most people.

He is much larger than the average man.

Like Genius, he is not human.

He's been living isolated from other humans with his father.

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62324_6UIKQIDI_5

How is Joe's asteroid fever cured?

GRIFTERS' ASTEROID By H. L. GOLD Harvey and Joe were the slickest con-men ever to gyp a space-lane sucker. Or so they thought! Angus Johnson knew differently. He charged them five buckos for a glass of water—and got it! Characteristically, Harvey Ellsworth tried to maintain his digni...

The La-anago Yergis cures him.

Nothing does - his sickness was a ruse.

The bitter water that Harvey switched in cures him.

The fresh water from the planet cures him.

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62324_6UIKQIDI_6

Johnson claims to have a multitude of jobs. Which title best describes him and what he does?

GRIFTERS' ASTEROID By H. L. GOLD Harvey and Joe were the slickest con-men ever to gyp a space-lane sucker. Or so they thought! Angus Johnson knew differently. He charged them five buckos for a glass of water—and got it! Characteristically, Harvey Ellsworth tried to maintain his digni...

Conman.

Bartender.

Mayor.

Sheriff.

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62324_6UIKQIDI_7

Why does Johnson stay on the asteroid, even though few people come by?

GRIFTERS' ASTEROID By H. L. GOLD Harvey and Joe were the slickest con-men ever to gyp a space-lane sucker. Or so they thought! Angus Johnson knew differently. He charged them five buckos for a glass of water—and got it! Characteristically, Harvey Ellsworth tried to maintain his digni...

Here he's able to meet traders like Harvey and Joe and barter with them.

He's able to run business even with few customers.

Here he's able to take advantage of travelers who are lost or in need of supplies.

He doesn't want to give up the spring of water.

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62324_6UIKQIDI_8

How does Johnson trick the duo into paying for things more than once?

GRIFTERS' ASTEROID By H. L. GOLD Harvey and Joe were the slickest con-men ever to gyp a space-lane sucker. Or so they thought! Angus Johnson knew differently. He charged them five buckos for a glass of water—and got it! Characteristically, Harvey Ellsworth tried to maintain his digni...

He strong arms them into buying with his son.

He is dishonest. He offers something for free, without mentioning the actual price of it or that there even is a price.

He takes advantage of their good will.

He doesn't trick anyone - he is an honest man that is running several jobs.

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52995_X9XZD7EN_1

Why was Si given a symbolic gold watch by the Department of Space Exploration?

SPACEMAN ON A SPREE BY MACK REYNOLDS Illustrated by Nodel What's more important—Man's conquest of space, or one spaceman's life? I They gave him a gold watch. It was meant to be symbolical, of course. In the old tradition. It was in the way of an antique, being one of the tim...

He had just successfully completed a dangerous space mission that they were impressed with.

As an apology for the difficult task he had to complete while in space.

He was retiring from the Department.

As a means to convince him to stay on with the Department and continue completing missions.

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52995_X9XZD7EN_2

Why did the Department hope that Si would continue for three more space missions?

SPACEMAN ON A SPREE BY MACK REYNOLDS Illustrated by Nodel What's more important—Man's conquest of space, or one spaceman's life? I They gave him a gold watch. It was meant to be symbolical, of course. In the old tradition. It was in the way of an antique, being one of the tim...

He didn't complain about the explorations and enjoyed his time in space.

His required compensation was lower than the other pilots.

It would take too long to train a new pilot to complete the explorations.

He was the best of the best in the space exploration team.

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What clearly showed a sense humbleness presented by Si?

SPACEMAN ON A SPREE BY MACK REYNOLDS Illustrated by Nodel What's more important—Man's conquest of space, or one spaceman's life? I They gave him a gold watch. It was meant to be symbolical, of course. In the old tradition. It was in the way of an antique, being one of the tim...

His ability to obtain the swank suite at the hotel.

The presence of a human bartender in the Kudos Room.

His lack of awareness that he would be considered a celebrity at the Kudos Room.

His quaint behavior at the banquet where he was presented with a gold watch.

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52995_X9XZD7EN_4

What was considered a downside to the space exploration by Si?

SPACEMAN ON A SPREE BY MACK REYNOLDS Illustrated by Nodel What's more important—Man's conquest of space, or one spaceman's life? I They gave him a gold watch. It was meant to be symbolical, of course. In the old tradition. It was in the way of an antique, being one of the tim...

The inability to start of family of his own due to being away for long periods of time.

The fear of contracting space cafard.

His fear of being in the ship itself.

Becoming too used to being along for long periods of time.

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52995_X9XZD7EN_5

Based on indicators in the passage, what can be inferred as the time setting of the story?

SPACEMAN ON A SPREE BY MACK REYNOLDS Illustrated by Nodel What's more important—Man's conquest of space, or one spaceman's life? I They gave him a gold watch. It was meant to be symbolical, of course. In the old tradition. It was in the way of an antique, being one of the tim...

The present, based on the character use of credit cards.

The past, based on the dialogue used by characters.

The future, based on the advanced technology

The present, due to the government restrictions on space exploration.

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52995_X9XZD7EN_6

Why did Si choose to visit Manhattan and the Kudos Room?

SPACEMAN ON A SPREE BY MACK REYNOLDS Illustrated by Nodel What's more important—Man's conquest of space, or one spaceman's life? I They gave him a gold watch. It was meant to be symbolical, of course. In the old tradition. It was in the way of an antique, being one of the tim...

In hopes of seeing and befriending a celebrity

That's the only place that an alcoholic beverage can be legally purchased.

He was planning to meet an attractive woman there.

To celebrate his retirement and spend some of his extra funds.

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52995_X9XZD7EN_7

After being drafted into the working force reserves, how many trips did Si have to complete in order to retire?

SPACEMAN ON A SPREE BY MACK REYNOLDS Illustrated by Nodel What's more important—Man's conquest of space, or one spaceman's life? I They gave him a gold watch. It was meant to be symbolical, of course. In the old tradition. It was in the way of an antique, being one of the tim...

1 trip

6 trips

5 trips

15 trips

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52995_X9XZD7EN_8

What context shows that Si was able to retire from the working force reserves with honorable rank?

SPACEMAN ON A SPREE BY MACK REYNOLDS Illustrated by Nodel What's more important—Man's conquest of space, or one spaceman's life? I They gave him a gold watch. It was meant to be symbolical, of course. In the old tradition. It was in the way of an antique, being one of the tim...

He purchased and dressed in the honorable retirement-rank suit.

He was granted access into the vacuum-tube two-seater for transportation.

His receipt of Basic onto his credit card that would fund all of his necessities.

He was permitted to enter the Kudos Room at the hotel.

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52995_X9XZD7EN_9

What caught Natalie's attention at the Kudos Room and prompted the chat with Si?

SPACEMAN ON A SPREE BY MACK REYNOLDS Illustrated by Nodel What's more important—Man's conquest of space, or one spaceman's life? I They gave him a gold watch. It was meant to be symbolical, of course. In the old tradition. It was in the way of an antique, being one of the tim...

The bartender introduced the two after serving them drinks at the same time.

She thought he was attractive enough and she was bored.

He had offered to buy her drinks all night.

She noticed his space pin.

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63477_O9LLFQB4_1

How did Trillium end up as a stow-away on the ship?

IMAGE OF SPLENDOR By LU KELLA From Venus to Earth, and all the way between, it was a hell of a world for men ... and Apprentice Burnerman O'Rielly particularly. The intercom roared fit to blow O'Rielly back to Venus. "Burner Four!" "On my way, sir!" At the first flash...

She had been kidnapped by the men under the official command of the President of Earth.

She had fallen for the Earthmen and had chosen to run away with them.

She chose to show away so that the Venus women could bring their cause to the attention of Earth's President.

She had accidentally boarded the ship while looking for the shower.

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63477_O9LLFQB4_2

How had the fusion control points been adjusted?

IMAGE OF SPLENDOR By LU KELLA From Venus to Earth, and all the way between, it was a hell of a world for men ... and Apprentice Burnerman O'Rielly particularly. The intercom roared fit to blow O'Rielly back to Venus. "Burner Four!" "On my way, sir!" At the first flash...

The control had reset itself in flight.

It had been moved by a scurrying three-tailed mouse of Venus

Trillium had adjusted it when she got too heated.

They were not correctly inspected and locked before blast-off.

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63477_O9LLFQB4_3

Had Trillium known the outcome of her stowing away, would she have likely still stowed away?

IMAGE OF SPLENDOR By LU KELLA From Venus to Earth, and all the way between, it was a hell of a world for men ... and Apprentice Burnerman O'Rielly particularly. The intercom roared fit to blow O'Rielly back to Venus. "Burner Four!" "On my way, sir!" At the first flash...

Yes, because she was able to accomplish her mission.

Yes, because she had already shown that she was selfish and lonely.

No, because she was jeopardizing being condemned to a Uranus moon.

No, because she wasn't able to prove her point and was sent back to Venus.

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63477_O9LLFQB4_4

What were the hiding places selected by Trillium while stowing away?

IMAGE OF SPLENDOR By LU KELLA From Venus to Earth, and all the way between, it was a hell of a world for men ... and Apprentice Burnerman O'Rielly particularly. The intercom roared fit to blow O'Rielly back to Venus. "Burner Four!" "On my way, sir!" At the first flash...

In the shower and behind the burner

By the lockers and behind the burner

Behind the burner and under the bunk

In the shower and under the bunk

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63477_O9LLFQB4_5

Why were the Venus women transfixed by the Earthmen?

IMAGE OF SPLENDOR By LU KELLA From Venus to Earth, and all the way between, it was a hell of a world for men ... and Apprentice Burnerman O'Rielly particularly. The intercom roared fit to blow O'Rielly back to Venus. "Burner Four!" "On my way, sir!" At the first flash...

They felt abandoned by their own men who had obsessions with war and little time for them.

The Earthmen were much more attractive and had real facial hair.

The women of Venus liked to break the rules.

Venus was solely occupied by women, leaving them no other option.

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63477_O9LLFQB4_6

What caused Trillium to be found in her hiding place the final time?

IMAGE OF SPLENDOR By LU KELLA From Venus to Earth, and all the way between, it was a hell of a world for men ... and Apprentice Burnerman O'Rielly particularly. The intercom roared fit to blow O'Rielly back to Venus. "Burner Four!" "On my way, sir!" At the first flash...

The Earthmen couldn't stop staring at the bunk where she was because of their lust.

His Excellency saw her hiding under the bunk and recognized her immediately.

O'Rielly and Callahan had turned her in to the Old Woman in hopes of a reward.

A loud thump from under the bunk that caught the attention of the Old Woman.

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63477_O9LLFQB4_7

Why is it in the best interest for an Earthman to never lay eyes on a Venus dame?

IMAGE OF SPLENDOR By LU KELLA From Venus to Earth, and all the way between, it was a hell of a world for men ... and Apprentice Burnerman O'Rielly particularly. The intercom roared fit to blow O'Rielly back to Venus. "Burner Four!" "On my way, sir!" At the first flash...

Because the Venus dames were thought to be only goofy tale set loose by some old space bum.

Because they would be so infatuated by the dame even knowing she would be their damnation.

Because they would be condemned to a Uranus moon for even looking at them.

Because of their dangerous nature.

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63477_O9LLFQB4_8

Why did Callahan think Trillium was Berta when he first spotted her?

IMAGE OF SPLENDOR By LU KELLA From Venus to Earth, and all the way between, it was a hell of a world for men ... and Apprentice Burnerman O'Rielly particularly. The intercom roared fit to blow O'Rielly back to Venus. "Burner Four!" "On my way, sir!" At the first flash...

Because Berta was Trillium's Grandmamma and she resembled her from a hundred and twenty-five years ago.

Because she introduced herself as so and led him to believe that was who she was.

Because all the Venus women have the same enchanting appearance.

Because only Berta was able to enter the ship.

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63477_O9LLFQB4_9

How did Trillium sneak her way onto the ship?

IMAGE OF SPLENDOR By LU KELLA From Venus to Earth, and all the way between, it was a hell of a world for men ... and Apprentice Burnerman O'Rielly particularly. The intercom roared fit to blow O'Rielly back to Venus. "Burner Four!" "On my way, sir!" At the first flash...

She disguised herself as a boy hustling bags through the ship.

She had an enchanted Earthman help her onto the ship.

She had sneaked on while no one was looking and went straight to the burner.

She disguised herself as a boy who was serving food in the quarters.

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63477_O9LLFQB4_10

What were Callahan and O'Rielly awarded for assisting the revolution?

IMAGE OF SPLENDOR By LU KELLA From Venus to Earth, and all the way between, it was a hell of a world for men ... and Apprentice Burnerman O'Rielly particularly. The intercom roared fit to blow O'Rielly back to Venus. "Burner Four!" "On my way, sir!" At the first flash...

They were allowed to visit with the women of Venus

They were allotted five minutes leisure before returning to their stations.

They were punished, rather than rewarded, and programmed to be hung, shot and thrown to the crows for breakfast.

Nothing, but they were spared from being condemned to a Uranus moon.

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61007_MBJNY82Q_1

What does the E.P. Locator detect?

IT WAS A DULL, ROUTINE LITTLE WORLD. IT DIDN'T EVEN HAVE A CITY. EVERYTHING IT HAD WAS IN THE GARDEN BY R. A. LAFFERTY The protozoic recorder chirped like a bird. Not only would there be life traces on that little moon, but it would be a lively place. So they skipped several steps in th...

Level of Human Activity

Level of Probing

Level of Spinal Fluid

Level of Perception

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61007_MBJNY82Q_2

Why was each inhabitant of the moon-town only referred to as their specific species rather than a distinct name?

IT WAS A DULL, ROUTINE LITTLE WORLD. IT DIDN'T EVEN HAVE A CITY. EVERYTHING IT HAD WAS IN THE GARDEN BY R. A. LAFFERTY The protozoic recorder chirped like a bird. Not only would there be life traces on that little moon, but it would be a lively place. So they skipped several steps in th...

They were all distinct by their light, and only needed to be referred to as their species.

The population was much too large to name each creature.

The humans of moon-town felt no need to waste time in naming each living creature as they died off too quickly.

There was only one of each, therefore, they were called by their species.

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61007_MBJNY82Q_3

Which fruit was NOT allowed to be tasted by the crew while visiting the moon-town?

IT WAS A DULL, ROUTINE LITTLE WORLD. IT DIDN'T EVEN HAVE A CITY. EVERYTHING IT HAD WAS IN THE GARDEN BY R. A. LAFFERTY The protozoic recorder chirped like a bird. Not only would there be life traces on that little moon, but it would be a lively place. So they skipped several steps in th...

Apples

Oranges

Pomegranate

Grapes

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61007_MBJNY82Q_4

What was thought to be used as an indication to settle the confusion between the crew and the two humans in moon-town?

IT WAS A DULL, ROUTINE LITTLE WORLD. IT DIDN'T EVEN HAVE A CITY. EVERYTHING IT HAD WAS IN THE GARDEN BY R. A. LAFFERTY The protozoic recorder chirped like a bird. Not only would there be life traces on that little moon, but it would be a lively place. So they skipped several steps in th...

An inquisition about knowledge

A game of checkers

A contest of preternatural intellect

A physical test

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61007_MBJNY82Q_5

Why was the cave the only place that was not visited?

IT WAS A DULL, ROUTINE LITTLE WORLD. IT DIDN'T EVEN HAVE A CITY. EVERYTHING IT HAD WAS IN THE GARDEN BY R. A. LAFFERTY The protozoic recorder chirped like a bird. Not only would there be life traces on that little moon, but it would be a lively place. So they skipped several steps in th...

The cave was only a reflective illusion from the bright light.

The crew ran out of time but planned to examine it upon their next arrival

Adam, or Ha-Adamah, told the crew that it was much to dangerous as there were evil creatures living inside.

The serpent lives there and the crew was told that he was cranky.

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61007_MBJNY82Q_6

What was an indicator that Adam, or Ha-Adamah, was only playing a part while communicating with the crew?

IT WAS A DULL, ROUTINE LITTLE WORLD. IT DIDN'T EVEN HAVE A CITY. EVERYTHING IT HAD WAS IN THE GARDEN BY R. A. LAFFERTY The protozoic recorder chirped like a bird. Not only would there be life traces on that little moon, but it would be a lively place. So they skipped several steps in th...

His eruption of laughter once the crew had left.

He told the Old Serpent that he needed to write him new lines.

His past involvement with show business.

He recalled his true name after the crew had left.

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61007_MBJNY82Q_7

Why was the moon-town comically referred to as paradise by the priest?

IT WAS A DULL, ROUTINE LITTLE WORLD. IT DIDN'T EVEN HAVE A CITY. EVERYTHING IT HAD WAS IN THE GARDEN BY R. A. LAFFERTY The protozoic recorder chirped like a bird. Not only would there be life traces on that little moon, but it would be a lively place. So they skipped several steps in th...

The woman did not speak the entire time they were there.

There was only one man, so less competition for the attention of the woman.

The unlimited supply of fresh fruit was perfect for weight loss.

There were less occupants, so less idiots to deal with.

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61007_MBJNY82Q_8

Why was the Old Serpent satisfied that the crew would be returning to try and take their paradise?

IT WAS A DULL, ROUTINE LITTLE WORLD. IT DIDN'T EVEN HAVE A CITY. EVERYTHING IT HAD WAS IN THE GARDEN BY R. A. LAFFERTY The protozoic recorder chirped like a bird. Not only would there be life traces on that little moon, but it would be a lively place. So they skipped several steps in th...

He was happy to have new faces and needed the influx population to breed their new world.

He was hopeful for a portion of the sale money.

They needed to acquire their equipment for forming their new world.

They were hopeful for settlers as they needed someone to help them fertilize the land to keep the fruits plentiful.

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61007_MBJNY82Q_9

Why had the owners of Little Probe obtained the E.P. Locator at such a discounted rate?

IT WAS A DULL, ROUTINE LITTLE WORLD. IT DIDN'T EVEN HAVE A CITY. EVERYTHING IT HAD WAS IN THE GARDEN BY R. A. LAFFERTY The protozoic recorder chirped like a bird. Not only would there be life traces on that little moon, but it would be a lively place. So they skipped several steps in th...

The readings were unclear as it had struggled with detecting E.P on worms.

The designer had no longer used it as it had not detected E.P. on himself.

It was a faulty machine and often shut off without notice.

It often produced an orange light meaning it was unsure of the results.

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61007_MBJNY82Q_10

What was determined to have created the bright light in the moon-town?

IT WAS A DULL, ROUTINE LITTLE WORLD. IT DIDN'T EVEN HAVE A CITY. EVERYTHING IT HAD WAS IN THE GARDEN BY R. A. LAFFERTY The protozoic recorder chirped like a bird. Not only would there be life traces on that little moon, but it would be a lively place. So they skipped several steps in th...

The shining paint that was applied to the bodies of Adam and Eve.

Artificial lighting that helped the fruits to produce more.

The lights from the ship that were not turned off.

Constant moon-light that failed to dim in order to help the fruits grow

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62349_5BTGFFCO_1

What was special or impressive about Gertrude?

The Blue Behemoth By LEIGH BRACKETT Shannon's Imperial Circus was a jinxed space-carny leased for a mysterious tour of the inner worlds. It made a one-night pitch on a Venusian swamp-town—to find that death stalked it from the jungle in a tiny ball of flame. Bucky Shannon l...

Her outrageous temperment

She was an extreme rarity.

Her extraordinary size and young age

She was exceptionally talented

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62349_5BTGFFCO_2

Why was Gertrude continuously screaming?

The Blue Behemoth By LEIGH BRACKETT Shannon's Imperial Circus was a jinxed space-carny leased for a mysterious tour of the inner worlds. It made a one-night pitch on a Venusian swamp-town—to find that death stalked it from the jungle in a tiny ball of flame. Bucky Shannon l...

She was cramped in a much too small space.

She missed her family.

She was near starving.

She was desperate for a mate

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62349_5BTGFFCO_3

How were Jig and Bucky attacked by the Vapor snakes?

The Blue Behemoth By LEIGH BRACKETT Shannon's Imperial Circus was a jinxed space-carny leased for a mysterious tour of the inner worlds. It made a one-night pitch on a Venusian swamp-town—to find that death stalked it from the jungle in a tiny ball of flame. Bucky Shannon l...

They had been released by someone on purpose

Bucky had released them while inebriated

They had gone into the wrong enclosure.

They had escaped their tanks in search of food.

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62349_5BTGFFCO_4

Why did the crew mind that the cave-cat had kittens?

The Blue Behemoth By LEIGH BRACKETT Shannon's Imperial Circus was a jinxed space-carny leased for a mysterious tour of the inner worlds. It made a one-night pitch on a Venusian swamp-town—to find that death stalked it from the jungle in a tiny ball of flame. Bucky Shannon l...

They didn't perform well while they were small.

They were too dangerous to keep onboard

They had no food for more mouths to feed

One had only four legs

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62349_5BTGFFCO_5

What did the Nahali people do in side-shows as their talent?

The Blue Behemoth By LEIGH BRACKETT Shannon's Imperial Circus was a jinxed space-carny leased for a mysterious tour of the inner worlds. It made a one-night pitch on a Venusian swamp-town—to find that death stalked it from the jungle in a tiny ball of flame. Bucky Shannon l...

Performed with the dangerous Vapor snakes

Performed tricks with the electric power the held in their bodies

Swallowed electricty and performed with currents

Their appearance alone was their performance, as they had triangular mouths and scaled hides

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62349_5BTGFFCO_6

Why was Kapper in such a state of disbelief when Bucky and Jig found him?

The Blue Behemoth By LEIGH BRACKETT Shannon's Imperial Circus was a jinxed space-carny leased for a mysterious tour of the inner worlds. It made a one-night pitch on a Venusian swamp-town—to find that death stalked it from the jungle in a tiny ball of flame. Bucky Shannon l...

He was frantically searching for the male Cansin he had found

He had lost all his animals and was desperate to find them

He had been attacked by the Vapor snakes

He was being poisoned.

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62349_5BTGFFCO_7

What did Jig and Bucky promise Kapper?

The Blue Behemoth By LEIGH BRACKETT Shannon's Imperial Circus was a jinxed space-carny leased for a mysterious tour of the inner worlds. It made a one-night pitch on a Venusian swamp-town—to find that death stalked it from the jungle in a tiny ball of flame. Bucky Shannon l...

That they would find a way to save the Circus

That they would be able to save him

That they would take the cansin back.

That they would not make the deal with Beamish

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62349_5BTGFFCO_8

Why did Jig and Bucky rarely come in through the front door?

The Blue Behemoth By LEIGH BRACKETT Shannon's Imperial Circus was a jinxed space-carny leased for a mysterious tour of the inner worlds. It made a one-night pitch on a Venusian swamp-town—to find that death stalked it from the jungle in a tiny ball of flame. Bucky Shannon l...

They wanted to avoid the screams of Gertrude

They wanted to avoid the debt collectors

They preferred the back entrance as to be closer to the action

They wanted to avoid the Vapor snakes

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62349_5BTGFFCO_9

Why was the Circus is danger of closing?

The Blue Behemoth By LEIGH BRACKETT Shannon's Imperial Circus was a jinxed space-carny leased for a mysterious tour of the inner worlds. It made a one-night pitch on a Venusian swamp-town—to find that death stalked it from the jungle in a tiny ball of flame. Bucky Shannon l...

They lacked impressive skills now that more of their kind had surfaced.

They were out of money and out of options.

They were no longer able to manage the lot of animals they had acquired.

They were too inebriated to be coherent.

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63109_0D4K7P96_1

Why did Billy-boy take Grannie Annie to the grille?

Doctor Universe By CARL JACOBI Grannie Annie, who wrote science fiction under the nom de plume of Annabella C. Flowers, had stumbled onto a murderous plot more hair-raising than any she had ever concocted. And the danger from the villain of the piece didn't worry her—I was the guy...

He felt he needed to be polite and take her to dinner.

No females were allowed in the club

He wanted to go somewhere where no one would over hear their conversation

He wanted to inspect the book she had been writing.

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63109_0D4K7P96_2

What brought Billy-boy to the realization of why Grannie Annie had brought him to the Satellite Theater?

Doctor Universe By CARL JACOBI Grannie Annie, who wrote science fiction under the nom de plume of Annabella C. Flowers, had stumbled onto a murderous plot more hair-raising than any she had ever concocted. And the danger from the villain of the piece didn't worry her—I was the guy...

The publication of her newest book

The appearance of Charles Zanner

The attraction of the performance of the Nine Geniuses

The spell placed by Doctor Universe

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63109_0D4K7P96_3

What was supposedly destroyed after the crash of the Vennox regime?

Doctor Universe By CARL JACOBI Grannie Annie, who wrote science fiction under the nom de plume of Annabella C. Flowers, had stumbled onto a murderous plot more hair-raising than any she had ever concocted. And the danger from the villain of the piece didn't worry her—I was the guy...

The Varsoom district

Green Flames

Ezra Karn, an old prospector

Gamma rays

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63109_0D4K7P96_4

How is one able to escape the Varsoom?

Doctor Universe By CARL JACOBI Grannie Annie, who wrote science fiction under the nom de plume of Annabella C. Flowers, had stumbled onto a murderous plot more hair-raising than any she had ever concocted. And the danger from the villain of the piece didn't worry her—I was the guy...

By laughing

By using protection of a Venusian

Use of heat rays

By throwing Green Flames

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63109_0D4K7P96_5

By what were Grannie Annie and Billy-boy being watched?

Doctor Universe By CARL JACOBI Grannie Annie, who wrote science fiction under the nom de plume of Annabella C. Flowers, had stumbled onto a murderous plot more hair-raising than any she had ever concocted. And the danger from the villain of the piece didn't worry her—I was the guy...

Ezra Karn, an old prospector

Hunter-bird

a drone

By Venusians

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63109_0D4K7P96_6

Why was Billy-boy stopped as he was walking into the main lounge?

Doctor Universe By CARL JACOBI Grannie Annie, who wrote science fiction under the nom de plume of Annabella C. Flowers, had stumbled onto a murderous plot more hair-raising than any she had ever concocted. And the danger from the villain of the piece didn't worry her—I was the guy...

He was not welcome in the club, per recent events.

He was no longer a pilot and had to return to the gate.

The pilots and crew-men were requested to all meet before entering

He was informed that he had a visitor

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63109_0D4K7P96_7

Who was performing at the Satellite Theater when Billy-boy and Grannie Annie arrived?

Doctor Universe By CARL JACOBI Grannie Annie, who wrote science fiction under the nom de plume of Annabella C. Flowers, had stumbled onto a murderous plot more hair-raising than any she had ever concocted. And the danger from the villain of the piece didn't worry her—I was the guy...

The Swamp City community members

Charles Zanner

Doctor Universe

Annabellla C. Flowers

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63109_0D4K7P96_8

How long did Billy-boy and Grannie Annie travel after heat ray attack?

Doctor Universe By CARL JACOBI Grannie Annie, who wrote science fiction under the nom de plume of Annabella C. Flowers, had stumbled onto a murderous plot more hair-raising than any she had ever concocted. And the danger from the villain of the piece didn't worry her—I was the guy...

Until January, when Death In The Atom hit stands

six weeks

Until dark when the arrived at the camp fire

six days

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63109_0D4K7P96_9

Why were there no guards present in the ship?

Doctor Universe By CARL JACOBI Grannie Annie, who wrote science fiction under the nom de plume of Annabella C. Flowers, had stumbled onto a murderous plot more hair-raising than any she had ever concocted. And the danger from the villain of the piece didn't worry her—I was the guy...

They had all been eliminated by the Green Flames

the metal envelope was the only guard

The ship was well hidden to not need guards

The ship was self-operating to defend

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63109_0D4K7P96_10

Why was the Green Flame so sought after?

Doctor Universe By CARL JACOBI Grannie Annie, who wrote science fiction under the nom de plume of Annabella C. Flowers, had stumbled onto a murderous plot more hair-raising than any she had ever concocted. And the danger from the villain of the piece didn't worry her—I was the guy...

It was capable of shooting rays that would destroy every existance.

It was used in warfare and needed to be protected

It was too dangerous to be left unattended

It was more powerful than any known drug

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62324_PSKZR17W_1

What can be determined as a similarity between Harvey, Joe, and Johnson?

GRIFTERS' ASTEROID By H. L. GOLD Harvey and Joe were the slickest con-men ever to gyp a space-lane sucker. Or so they thought! Angus Johnson knew differently. He charged them five buckos for a glass of water—and got it! Characteristically, Harvey Ellsworth tried to maintain his digni...

They all have a tendency to want the best for one another to a personal fault.

They all have a tendency to think they are more advanced than one another

They all have a tendency to spend too much time at the bar where Johnson works

They all have a tendency to be greedy at any opportunity

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62324_PSKZR17W_2

Why did Harvey and Joe have such a large tab and the bar that was ran by Johnson?

GRIFTERS' ASTEROID By H. L. GOLD Harvey and Joe were the slickest con-men ever to gyp a space-lane sucker. Or so they thought! Angus Johnson knew differently. He charged them five buckos for a glass of water—and got it! Characteristically, Harvey Ellsworth tried to maintain his digni...

They were unaware of the cost of the water served by the bartender.

They had consumed multiple alcoholic beverages and lost track of how much they had ordered.

Their funds were unlimited and they ordered rounds of drinks for everyone in the bar, including Genius, who had more hands to hold more drinks.

Johnson had over-priced the alcoholic drinks they ordered once he knew they were drunk.

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62324_PSKZR17W_3

Despite the menu prices for the restaurant food being remarkably low, how were Harvey and Joe met with an outrageous bill of 328 buckos?

GRIFTERS' ASTEROID By H. L. GOLD Harvey and Joe were the slickest con-men ever to gyp a space-lane sucker. Or so they thought! Angus Johnson knew differently. He charged them five buckos for a glass of water—and got it! Characteristically, Harvey Ellsworth tried to maintain his digni...

They were charged for an insane amount of overhead.

They were charged for services and entertainment.

They didn't notice the additional zeros added on to the prices of the menu items

They were not informed of the tax charged onto the meal.

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Why did Harvey agree to pay the absurd price for the water that he and Joe consumed at the bar?

GRIFTERS' ASTEROID By H. L. GOLD Harvey and Joe were the slickest con-men ever to gyp a space-lane sucker. Or so they thought! Angus Johnson knew differently. He charged them five buckos for a glass of water—and got it! Characteristically, Harvey Ellsworth tried to maintain his digni...

The sheriff had threated them with his holstered weapon.

He knew they would be able to con Johnson right back.

They were thirsty and too delirious to argue

He didn't want to risk being arrested and trapped on Planetoid 42

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How was Johnson convinced to buy the case astroid fever medication?

GRIFTERS' ASTEROID By H. L. GOLD Harvey and Joe were the slickest con-men ever to gyp a space-lane sucker. Or so they thought! Angus Johnson knew differently. He charged them five buckos for a glass of water—and got it! Characteristically, Harvey Ellsworth tried to maintain his digni...

Proven statistics showing that it was the best antidote

Joe's acting skills

He felt feverish and thought he may have contracted the illness

A price too good that could not be turned down

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What was so unique about Genius that made Joe and Harvey want to purchase him?

GRIFTERS' ASTEROID By H. L. GOLD Harvey and Joe were the slickest con-men ever to gyp a space-lane sucker. Or so they thought! Angus Johnson knew differently. He charged them five buckos for a glass of water—and got it! Characteristically, Harvey Ellsworth tried to maintain his digni...

His impressive cooking

His ability to haggle

His useful mechanical skills

His 6 arms

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Despite what they told Johnson, what can be determined as Harvey and Joe's true occupation?

GRIFTERS' ASTEROID By H. L. GOLD Harvey and Joe were the slickest con-men ever to gyp a space-lane sucker. Or so they thought! Angus Johnson knew differently. He charged them five buckos for a glass of water—and got it! Characteristically, Harvey Ellsworth tried to maintain his digni...

Sales men

space-side mechanics

Traveling gamblers

Con artists

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Which best describes the relationship between the protagonists?

The Monster Maker By RAY BRADBURY "Get Gunther," the official orders read. It was to laugh! For Click and Irish were marooned on the pirate's asteroid—their only weapons a single gun and a news-reel camera. Suddenly, it was there. There wasn't time to blink or speak or get scared. C...

They're friendly but their friendship detracts from their ability to problem-solve and be productive.

They're both in a tough situation but their hatred for one another pushes them to work independently.

They work together and are able to coordinate with each other pretty well.

They don't like each other too much; they put up with each other at best.

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What makes the protagonists become less concerned about being trapped by the beasts?

The Monster Maker By RAY BRADBURY "Get Gunther," the official orders read. It was to laugh! For Click and Irish were marooned on the pirate's asteroid—their only weapons a single gun and a news-reel camera. Suddenly, it was there. There wasn't time to blink or speak or get scared. C...

They realized that the beasts were not actually interested in hurting them, so they were able to calmly leave their hiding spot.

They realized that the beasts were too big to fit into the space they were in, so they could camp out in that spot indefinitely.

They realized the beasts were not actual beasts, but were meant to seem real.

They realized that the beasts die when their photo is taken, and they had captured many of the beasts on camera.

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How would you describe the pace of the characters, and why?

The Monster Maker By RAY BRADBURY "Get Gunther," the official orders read. It was to laugh! For Click and Irish were marooned on the pirate's asteroid—their only weapons a single gun and a news-reel camera. Suddenly, it was there. There wasn't time to blink or speak or get scared. C...

Quickly. The characters were under a time constraint, depleting air, and were encountering additional threats that made them move with haste.

At a sprint. The characters were so scared that they were rushing decisions and they weren't thinking logically.

Average. Though the characters were concerned for their survival, they were taking things at a normal pace because they thought they could be rescued.

Slowly. The characters didn't want to endanger themselves further in the situation so they tried to think everything through fully.

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What is not a type technology that is used in this story?

The Monster Maker By RAY BRADBURY "Get Gunther," the official orders read. It was to laugh! For Click and Irish were marooned on the pirate's asteroid—their only weapons a single gun and a news-reel camera. Suddenly, it was there. There wasn't time to blink or speak or get scared. C...

Tasers that paralyze individuals and render them unconscious

Highly advanced space travel

Tools that allow one to distort how someone else perceives reality

Filming devices

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What are Hathaway and Marnagan's physiques like?

The Monster Maker By RAY BRADBURY "Get Gunther," the official orders read. It was to laugh! For Click and Irish were marooned on the pirate's asteroid—their only weapons a single gun and a news-reel camera. Suddenly, it was there. There wasn't time to blink or speak or get scared. C...

There isn't much discussion about how either person looks at all.

Marnagan is consistently described as feeble in comparison to Hathaway.

Both of their appearances are described to some degree, and Marnagan is often described as being a large presence.

Both are each regularly described as having similar builds.

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