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1
Which quotation from the story identifies the setting?
"They'll have to try docking by sight." (paragraph 15)
"Eleven years ago, my birth on Space Station Alpha made history." (pp 5)
"I give one tech my code and watch her fingers fly over the keyboard."
"the announcement drones on, but I don't listen." (paragraph 4)
2
How does Jem cause the events that happen in paragraph 28?
Jem leaves her lessons because the shuttle is arriving soon
Jem becomes upset when the shuttle cannot dock
Jem asks if the shield on the shuttle can be lowered
Jem tells the crew how to get information to the shuttle
3
What does the word "tension" mean as it is used in this sentence?
surprise
worry
disappointment
excitement
4
According to the story, what does it mean when Jem says, "I am sentenced to life in space" (paragraph 6)?
she must stay on the station in order to remain healthy
She must wait for her friend to arrive at the station
She cannot leave the station because of the magnetic storm
She cannot use the video system on the station
5
Which quotation best supports a theme of the story?
"Spending 11 years on the station has its advantages." (paragraph 8)
"Messages flash back and forth as techs docking coordinates to the shuttle"
"If the holo-video worked, we could talk them in."
"But new studies show that older children won't be harmed by a short stay."
6
What does paragraph 27 reveal about Jem's father?
He is surprised that Jem can communicate with the shuttle
He thinks it is wrong for Jem to use the S.A.T. booth
he doesn't want Jem to be in the command room
He does not think that Jem understands the problem.