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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 18.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. The two things Flory becomes as a result of his harassed childhood are _________________________.
(a) a friend to the unfortunate.
(b) a traveller and a salesman.
(c) a liar and a boxer.
(d) a liar and a footballer.

2. What does Flory realize when he is forced to return to Burma?
(a) He will not see his Father again before he dies.
(b) He is now more at home in Burma than in England.
(c) He hates Burma.
(d) He could not function without his servants.

3. Flory's resolve to shoot the dog results in __________________________.
(a) a wasted effort, ultimately ineffective.
(b) a solution to his problems.
(c) his ability to see events more clearly.
(d) his resolve to stand up for Veraswami.

4. Flory is convinced he is ______________________.
(a) in love with Elizabeth.
(b) in love with Ma Hla May.
(c) in love with Mrs. Lackersteen.
(d) destined to remain a bachelor.

5. What effect does Elizabeth have on Verrall?
(a) Elizabeth's boldness in approaching him offends him.
(b) Her beauty intimidates him and he cannot speak.
(c) Her disdain for Burmese culture infuriates him.
(d) Her beauty finally causes Verrall to socialize with the English.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why is Ellis upset that Verrall has abused the butler?

2. Orwell claims that the notion of men at the 'outposts of Empire' as able and hardworking is ___________.

3. How does Orwell describe the ugly periods in Flory's past?

4. Verrall's attitude toward women suggests __________________________.

5. More than anything, Flory wishes for _________________________.

(see the answer key)

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