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Dragonriders of Pern is a fictional science novel which was written in many forms of different copies. This series consists of over twenty novels and short stories which makes the books popular ones. The authors of the books are from the family of McCaffery. Have you read the books? Try this easy one!

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1.

What year was Dragonriders of Pern initiated?
- A.
  
  1967
- B.
  
  1968
- C.
  
  1971
- D.
  
  1973
Correct Answer
A. 1967

Explanation
The correct answer is 1967. This means that Dragonriders of Pern was initiated in the year 1967.

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2.

How many novels did the series comprise as at July 2012?
- A.
  
  21
- B.
  
  22
- C.
  
  23
- D.
  
  24
Correct Answer
C. 23

Explanation
As of July 2012, the series comprised a total of 23 novels.

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3.

What was the first novel of the Dragonriders of Pern series?
- A.
  
  Dragondrums
- B.
  
  Dragonquest
- C.
  
  Dragonflight
- D.
  
  Dragonsong
Correct Answer
C. Dragonflight

Explanation
Dragonflight is the correct answer because it is the first novel in the Dragonriders of Pern series. It introduces the world of Pern and the concept of dragonriders who bond with telepathic dragons to protect the planet from the deadly Thread. The story follows the main character, Lessa, as she becomes the Weyrwoman of Benden Weyr and plays a crucial role in defending Pern. Dragondrums, Dragonquest, and Dragonsong are also books in the series, but they are not the first installment.

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4.

Which of these writers is odd?
- A.
  
  Anne McCaffery
- B.
  
  Todd McCaffery
- C.
  
  Gigi McCaffery
- D.
  
  Jeff McCaffery
Correct Answer
D. Jeff McCaffery

Explanation
The given question asks for the odd writer among the options provided. All the other writers, Anne McCaffery, Todd McCaffery, and Gigi McCaffery, share the same last name, indicating a possible relation or connection. However, Jeff McCaffery stands out as the odd one because there is no apparent connection or similarity in the last name with the other writers.

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5.

Which of these is not a part of Dragonriders of Pern series?
- A.
  
  Dragonquest
- B.
  
  Dragondrumers
- C.
  
  Dragonsong
- D.
  
  Dragonsinger
Correct Answer
B. Dragondrumers
6.

What year was Dragonquest released?
- A.
  
  1967
- B.
  
  1968
- C.
  
  1969
- D.
  
  1970
Correct Answer
D. 1970

Explanation
Dragonquest was released in 1970.

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7.

Where does Weyrfolk lives in?
- A.
  
  Weyrs
- B.
  
  Holds
- C.
  
  Crafts
- D.
  
  Crafthalls
Correct Answer
A. Weyrs

Explanation
Weyrfolk live in Weyrs. A Weyr is a large cave or series of caves that serve as a dwelling place for dragonriders and their dragons in the Dragonriders of Pern series by Anne McCaffrey. Weyrs are typically located in remote areas and are designed to accommodate the needs of dragonriders and their dragons, including living quarters, training grounds, and areas for dragon eggs and newly hatched dragons. Therefore, the correct answer is Weyrs.

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8.

How many categories are the pernese people classified into?
- A.
  
  2
- B.
  
  3
- C.
  
  4
- D.
  
  5
Correct Answer
C. 4

Explanation
The pernese people are classified into four categories.

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9.

Which of these groups has no permanent residence?
- A.
  
  Holders
- B.
  
  Crafters
- C.
  
  Weyrfolk
- D.
  
  Holdless
Correct Answer
D. Holdless

Explanation
Holdless is the correct answer because they are a group of people who do not have a permanent residence. Unlike the other groups mentioned, such as Holders, Crafters, and Weyrfolk, who have specific roles and places within their respective communities, Holdless individuals are nomadic and do not belong to any particular settlement or establishment. They often travel from place to place, living on the fringes of society and surviving through various means such as trading, scavenging, or performing odd jobs.

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10.

How many people writes the Dragonriders of Pern?
- A.
  
  2
- B.
  
  3
- C.
  
  4
- D.
  
  5
Correct Answer
B. 3

Explanation
The correct answer is 3 because the question is asking for the number of people who write the Dragonriders of Pern. Since it is a series of books, it is likely that multiple authors contribute to the writing process.

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