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Aung San Suu Kyi

Freedom From Fear | Quiz

Aung San Suu Kyi
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1)

Who holds the burden of upholding justice and common decency where no rule of law prevails? (from Part 2: Section 6)

The police.
The religious orders.
The military.
The people.
2)

What about Aung San Suu Kyi's personal characteristics exalted her to become the spokesperson for the democratic movement in Burma, according to Josef Silverstein? (from Part 3: Section 24)

Her intelligence.
Her modesty.
Her eloquence.
Her political savvy.
3)

Although the Burmese government refused to acknowledge the document, "The Formation of a People's Committee," the government did which of the following? (from Part 2: Section 8)

Formed a commission "to ascertain the aspirations of the people."
Rounded up and imprisoned the authors of the document.
Allowed the formation of new political parties.
Dispatched representatives "to listen to citizens' discussions in the villages."
4)

What political party swept the elections in Burma in 1947? (from Part 2: Section 7)

National Coalition Government of the Union of Burma (NCGUB).
Democratic Party for a New Society (DPFNS).
Union Solidarity and Development Association (USDA).
Anti-Fascist People's Freedom League (AFPFL).
5)

Suu Kyi states in her speech Shwedagon Pagoda in Rangoon on 26 August 1988 that she is not beholden to any politician so that... (from Part 2: Section 9)

She can act and think independently.
She does not play a role in the corruption and the scandals.
No one can ever force Suu Kyi to betray them.
No one force her hand to act in a way that violates her conscience.
6)

Why does Amnesty International not come to Burma? (from Part 2: Section 12)

There is not enough evidence to warrant a visit.
Because of the military oppression.
The members are not granted a visa.
They have gathered enough evidence of human rights violations so a visit is unnecessary.
7)

What about Burmese culture enabled Aung San Suu Kyi to become the spokesperson for a democratic movement in Burma, according to Josef Silverstein? (from Part 3: Section 24)

The Burmese like to support the underdog.
Burma is rooted in tradition.
Burma is a country rooted in Buddhist principles.
Burma has an egalitarian culture.
8)

In Philip Kreager's essay, what are the only legitimate means for Suu Kyi? (from Part 3: Section 25)

Effective means.
Democratic means.
Non-violent means.
Legitimate means.
9)

In "Belief in Burma's Future," what is Suu Kyi's fear about the army in Burma? (from Part 2: Section 11)

That it would not transfer power over to the people.
That it would "go to war" with the people of Burma.
That it would continue to let Burma deteriorate.
That it will split into irreconcilable factions.
10)

According to the letter, "The Formation of a People's Committee," people should... (from Part 2: Section 8)

Earnestly promote good governance.
Resist any actions that are not in accord with the Declaration of Human Rights.
Act in accord with the laws of the country.
Oppose any tyrrany.
11)

In her speech delivered at a pagoda in Myitkyina, Kachin State on April 27, 1989, what advice does Suu Kyi give to parents? (from Part 2: Section 18)

To keep their children hidden so they will not be conscripted into the military.
To teach children to respect others' rights through thoughts and actions.
To plant the thoughts of democracy in their childrens' minds.
Teach children both justice and compassion.
12)

What organization is holding the event that Suu Kyi wants people to act upon her request? (from Part 2: Section 13)

The United Nations General Assembly.
The International Court of Justice.
The Burmese Government.
The Burmese Tribunal.
13)

What comparison does Suu Kyi make to the ongoing national crisis in 1988? (from Part 2: Section 9)

The fallling of The Iron Curtain.
The second struggle for national independence.
The peasant revolts that have occurred throughout history.
The democratic movement in China.
14)

What did the Nobel Peace Prize committee conclude about Aung San Suu Kyi? (from Part 2: Section 21)

That she was one of the greatest examples of civic courage in Asia in decades.
That she stands head and shoulders above most leaders of the people.
That she is a force for peace.
That she is a person of high character and a true leader.
15)

Under what condition did Aung San vow he would resign his position as the leader of Burma? (from Part 2: Section 7)

If his government violated human rights.
If the country's economy failed.
If he failed to affect change.
If he lost his people's respect.
16)

According to Suu Kyi in her letter dated 14 April 1989, who is causing the Burmese people problems? (from Part 2: Section 17)

The SLORC.
That Myint Aung.
The Burmese people themselves.
Communist insurgents.
17)

What was the Nobel Peace Prize committee's comments on the 1991 election in Burma? (from Part 2: Section 21)

The military regime had ignored the election results.
That the election was unfair.
There should be a re-count of the ballots.
Some of the populace was denied their vote at the polling place.
18)

What does Suu Kyi find when she reaches her destination that she describes in her letter to the editor dated January 21, 1989? (from Part 2: Section 15)

There is graffitti with messages of support.
The residents have lined the streets with flowers.
The streets are blocked off.
She is denied entry by the army.
19)

In her essay, how does Ann Pasternak Slater describe Suu Kyi? (from Part 3: Section 23)

As a very humble woman.
As a talented, self-disciplined woman.
As a courageous woman.
As an opportunist.
20)

According to Philip Kreager, what is Suu Kyi's core principle regarding human rights? (from Part 3: Section 25)

Human rights underlies everything a government does.
Human rights for everyone comes first.
No task should be executed until human rights are considered first.
Human rights should be enforced.
21)

In Suu Kyi's opinion, what has oppression done to the people of Burma? (from Part 2: Section 11)

It has made them more resilient.
It has intensified their desire for human rights.
It has broken their spirit.
It has helped to unify them.
22)

In her undated letter to the United Nations, what is Suu Kyi's hope for the United Nation's role in Burma? (from Part 2: Section 16)

That the United Nations can create conditions where people can express their views without fear of reprisal.
That the United Nations would draw worldwide attention to the human rights violations in Burma.
That the United Nations could send a diplomatic corps to Burma for discussions with the military regime.
That the United Nations Security Council would gather international military powers to defeat the regime in Burma.
23)

Who does Suu Kyi ask to press about the human rights violations in Burma in her open letter dated September 26, 1988? (from Part 2: Section 13)

World Leaders.
The citizens of the world.
Ambassadors from countries recognized by the Burmese government.
The members of the United Nations General Assembly
24)

In Suu Kyi's letter to the editor dated 14 April 1989, what do the Burmese people deserve? (from Part 2: Section 17)

A future that is "safe, hopeful, and enduring."
A government that is "responsive, representative, and responsible."
More than the leading party's "inefficiency, corruption, and misuse of power."
A coutry that is "vibrant, stable, and economically sound."
25)

What was Aung San's response to his fame in 1942? (from Part 2: Section 7)

He had not earned himself a place in the history of Burma.
He thought it was his time to bask in the spotlight.
He had worked hard for the advancement of the Burmese people.
He vehemently rejected all of the attention placed on him.
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