The Martian Chapter Summaries Quiz & Flashcards

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What happens to Mark Watney at the beginning of Chapter 1?

He is left behind on Mars because everyone thinks he died.

What does Mark Watney start to work on in Chapter 2?

An indoor farm.

What problem does Watney face when the potatoes are ready to be planted in Chapter 3?

He has nowhere near enough water.

What preparation does Watney make to create water in Chapter 4?

He removes the hydrazine tanks and iridium reaction from the MDV. Signup and view all the answers

What does Mark do in Chapter 5 to estimate the possibility of an explosion?

He removes all of the oxygen from the Hab. Signup and view all the answers

What significant event occurs on the day of Watney's memorial in Chapter 6?

Dr. Kapoor argues for satellite imagery of the Ares 3 Hab. Signup and view all the answers

What does Watney plan to do for Sirius 4 in Chapter 7?

A 20-day trip. Signup and view all the answers

In Chapter 8, what is Dr. Kapoor explaining to the CNN reporter?

NASA and the European Space Agency are using satellite images to track Mark's activities. Signup and view all the answers

What does Watney realize about his place in history while waiting for the panels to recharge in Chapter 9?

He is the first human to walk on Mars. Signup and view all the answers

What day does Mark Watney think NASA has lost contact with him in Chapter 10?

He thinks it was due to dust covering Pathfinder's solar panels. Signup and view all the answers

What do NASA staff members celebrate in Chapter 11?

Finding Mark Watney. Signup and view all the answers

What happens during the dust storm in Chapter 12?

The Hermes crew has to run to the Hab in pairs while being battered by the wind. Signup and view all the answers

In Chapter 13, what does Watney do against NASA's wishes?

He takes apart the water reclaimer. Signup and view all the answers

What issue does Watney face regarding the Hab in Chapter 14?

He doesn't know what went wrong with the Hab. Signup and view all the answers

What does Watney report about the Hab in Chapter 15?

He patched up the Hab and re-pressurized it, but the farm is dead. Signup and view all the answers

What maneuver does Rich Purnell propose in Chapter 16?

A way to get Hermes back to Mars in time for a flyby. Signup and view all the answers

What does Watney learn about the Hermes crew's plans in Chapter 17?

They have turned around to rescue him. Signup and view all the answers

What does Watney do to prepare for the trip in Chapter 18?

He cleans out the rovers. Signup and view all the answers

What happens with the Taiyang Shen in Chapter 19?

It launches successfully. Signup and view all the answers

What modifications does Watney complete by Sol 376 in Chapter 20?

He finishes the rover modifications. Signup and view all the answers

What do Venkat and Mindy do at NASA in Chapter 21?

They look at the most recent satellite images from Mars. Signup and view all the answers

What does Watney realize about the dust storm in Chapter 22?

He will most likely not notice that he is in the storm until he gets far into it. Signup and view all the answers

What does Watney measure in Chapter 23?

How far he is into the dust storm. Signup and view all the answers

What condition is the rover in after the storm in Chapter 24?

Astronaut Watney is unharmed, but he lost a few solar cells. Signup and view all the answers

What does Watney do after losing a few solar cells in Chapter 25?

He gives NASA a status update. Signup and view all the answers

What does Watney brainstorm about with the Hermes crew in Chapter 26?

How to bring their ship and the MAV close enough to rescue him. Signup and view all the answers

What is the outcome in the end of the story?

Mark finally gets rescued by the Hermes crew. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Chapter 1

Ares 3 mission arrives on Mars with six astronauts.
Mark Watney is mistakenly believed to be dead and left behind during an evacuation.

Chapter 2

Watney focuses on survival by creating an indoor farm.
Discovers significant damage to the MDV (Mars Descent Vehicle) and the absence of a satellite dish.

Chapter 3

Potatoes are ready for planting, but water supply is insufficient.
Watney devises a method to generate water by combining hydrogen and oxygen from the Hab's reserves.

Chapter 4

Prepares to create water by utilizing hydrazine tanks and the iridium reaction within the Hab.
Ventilates carbon dioxide into the Hab to maintain atmospheric conditions for safety.

Chapter 5

Removes all oxygen from the Hab to assess explosion risks.
Conducts controlled bursts to incrementally burn off hydrogen.

Chapter 6

Marks two months after Watney's presumed death with a memorial.
NASA's Dr. Kapoor discusses the need for satellite imagery of the Ares 3 site with Teddy Sanders.

Chapter 7

Watney plans an expedition to the Sirius 4 MAV site, which will take 20 days.
Moves an oxygen tank into the rover to facilitate breathing alongside carbon dioxide filters.

Chapter 8

CNN's Cathy Warner interviews Dr. Kapoor about efforts to locate Watney.
NASA and ESA are using satellite images to monitor Watney's activities as he preps for the Ares 4 MAV site.

Chapter 9

Watney's battery depletes about 22 km from Pathfinder, prompting him to reflect on his historic status as a Mars inhabitant.
Recognizes his role in being the first human to live and grow crops on Mars.

Chapter 10

Spends the day repairing Pathfinder and Sojourner, thinking NASA has lost contact due to dust and battery issues.
Connects Hab's power to warm the lander’s electronics.

Chapter 11

NASA personnel celebrate after discovering Watney is alive.
Communication specialist Tim relays details about Pathfinder's transmission time and operational camera.

Chapter 12

A dust storm strikes; Hermes crew takes shelter and evacuates to the Hab in pairs.
The crew witnesses Watney being left alone from their perspective.

Chapter 13

Watney expresses frustration over NASA's management of his water reclaimer repairs.
Takes the initiative to dismantle the water reclaimer and successfully clears a clog despite NASA's disapproval.

Chapter 14

Feels anger towards the Hab, the airlock, and his situation on Mars but refocuses on survival.
Needs to repair a leak in the airlock while ensuring the rover's functionality.

Chapter 15

Reports that Pathfinder is operational and shares Hab's status with NASA.
Considers the farm's failure and the risk of starvation by Sol 584.

Chapter 16

Venkat holds a secret meeting to discuss a plan devised by Rich Purnell to return Hermes to Mars.
The "Rich Purnell Maneuver" proposes using Taiyang Shen to assist Hermes in a timely mission to rescue Watney.

Chapter 17

Watney learns of the Hermes crew's decision to initiate a rescue mission, planning a journey to Schiaparelli.
Prepares for a 50-day expedition and focuses on modifying the MAV for launch.

Chapter 18

Cleans rovers, removing unnecessary items for the upcoming journey.
Feels responsible for his crewmates’ safety during the rescue effort.

Chapter 19

Successful launch of Taiyang Shen confirmed, boosting hopes for Watney’s survival.
Zhu Tao expresses bittersweet feelings regarding the fate of the probe.

Chapter 20

Completed modifications to the rover by Sol 376.
Constructs a heat reservoir for the rover and finalizes plans for the trip to Schiaparelli.

Chapter 21

Venkat and Mindy analyze updated satellite images from Mars to track Watney’s progress.

Chapter 22

Watney embarks towards a dust storm on Sol 471, anticipates challenges ahead.
Redirects course after an accidental detour while checking solar cell efficiency.

Chapter 23

Measures the distance into the dust storm, noting the diminishing energy from solar panels.

Chapter 24

Survives a mishap with the rover, sustaining no injuries but damaging some solar cells.
Faces the challenge of overturning the displaced rover.

Chapter 25

Provides NASA with an update on his situation; advised to conserve water.
Begins preparations for the MAV setup and re-establishes radio contact.

Chapter 26

Engages in brainstorming with the Hermes crew to coordinate a rescue plan involving their ship and the MAV.

The End

Successfully rescued by the Hermes crew, leading to celebrations on Earth.
Mark Watney reflects on this event as the happiest day of his life.

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This quiz covers the chapter summaries of 'The Martian' by Andy Weir, focusing on the challenges faced by Mark Watney after being left on Mars. Test your understanding of key events and survival strategies as depicted in the first two chapters of this gripping science fiction novel.

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