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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 7, 8, and 9.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. The only solution for Flory's ennui is to ________________________.
(a) hide from others.
(b) get as drunk as possible.
(c) take a trip home.
(d) exercise until he sweats.

2. Orwell claims that the notion of men at the 'outposts of Empire' as able and hardworking is ___________.
(a) irrefutable
(b) delusional
(c) sad
(d) undeniable

3. How does Orwell describe the ugly periods in Flory's past?
(a) Dark spells
(b) Unfortunate episodes
(c) Formative periods
(d) Moral failings

4. Of all the indulgent freedoms allowed a pukka sahib, the one freedom denied them is ________________________.
(a) freedom of speech.
(b) freedom of choice.
(c) freedom to marry a native.
(d) freedom of religion.

5. What does Veraswami do when Flory denounces the English?
(a) Veraswami warns him that he is becoming a traitor.
(b) Veraswami pretends he does not hear Flory's comments.
(c) Veraswami feels free to denounce them, too.
(d) Veraswami defends and praises the English.

Short Answer Questions

1. Lackersteen does not want to see his wife because __________________________.

2. What does Elizabeth's do after her mother dies?

3. What keeps U Po Kyin from being exposed by those who complain against him?

4. What is Flory's excuse for evading the war in England?

5. What distinguishing mark does John Flory have on his body?

(see the answer key)

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