FIRST CONTACT - NAME THE EPISODE BY IDENTIFYING IT FROM THE DIALOGUE GIVEN.
Janeway: "I've gone through dozens of histories written about 21st century Earth, all of them biased in one way or another. The Vulcans describe First Contact with a savagely illogical race. Ferengi talk about Wall Street as if it were holy ground. The Bolians express dismay at the low quality of human plumbing." [#117 11:59]
| QUESTION 1
Janeway to a Crewman: "Maybe that's why it was tapping into the environmental controls - it was trying to survive in a place it didn't belong. Based on direct observation. You murdered an alien being and destroyed any chance we had to make First Contact." |
| QUESTION 2
An ensign from another Federation Starship: "We called them the life of the Delta Quadrant. They see every First Contact as an excuse to throw a party. I wish that we had encountered more species like that. You're the first friendly faces we've seen in months. I'm glad we found you." |
| QUESTION 3
Janeway: "They killed, what, four million drones? Directive 010: 'Before engaging alien species in battle, any and all attempts to make First Contact and achieve non-military resolution must be made. In this case, we made First Contact over a year ago and we barely got out of it alive. It seems to me a battle is inevitable, maybe even war. So why can't I get that Directive out of my mind?" |
| QUESTION 4
Janeway: "First contact with a pre-warp society." Paris: "We've already made first contact. They know we're up here." Janeway: "They've known for hundreds of years, which means our presence has been tempered by time. We've gradually become part of their mythos. Meeting us could throw that belief system into chaos." |
| QUESTION 5
Janeway: "A Borg, disconnected from the Collective, unsure of its identity, a potential threat but we succeeded. We're going to pull the same trick again, only this time you're going to be the teacher." Seven: "I am to instruct the drone in the ways of humanity?" Janeway: "Think of it as First Contact and you are our ambassador." |
| QUESTION 6
Janeway: "You two have outdone yourselves. I've never seen First Contact Day celebrated quite like this. When I was your age, all it meant was a day off from school." |
| QUESTION 7
Chakotay: "Look, drop the forcefield and tell me what's going on, then maybe we can make First Contact in a civilised way. For what it's worth, I'm a scientist, too. Perhaps I can help you find whatever it is you're looking for. I won't bite." |
| QUESTION 8
Seven: "You wish to return this vessel to the Alpha Quadrant, yet you are following Starfleet protocol regarding First Contact. The two objectives are incompatible. Your philosophy of exploration exposes Voyager to constant risk. If you maintain a direct course to Earth and avoid all extraneous contact with alien species, it will increase your chances of survival. Your Chief Engineer and Security Officer were nearly lost today. That is unacceptable." |
| QUESTION 9
Janeway: "First Contact?" Doctor: "It was brief, but he definitely communicated with them." Janeway: "Rentrillic trajectory." Doctor: "Unfortunately, they never got around to explaining what that meant." Janeway: "Could be some sort of alien geometry, but we'll need much more. Is it safe for him to try to make contact again?" Doctor: "Medically speaking, yes. The problem is convincing the Commander of that." |
| QUESTION 10
Admiral Hayes to Voyager: "As we get closer our conversations become more frequent. When responding to this message, please let us know of any casualties. I'm sure you've had more than your share. I'm anxious to know the status of your crew - the Maquis, First Contacts that you've made, interactions with the Borg. But there'll be time for everything. Our thoughts are with you. Talk to you soon." |
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