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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Flory is more aware of his birthmark when ___________________________.
(a) he is attracted to a woman.
(b) someone wants to touch him.
(c) he feels ashamed of himself.
(d) he feels angry.

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

3. Flory signed the notice because ____________________________.
(a) He feels Veraswami should be punished.
(b) He does not have the courage to refuse.
(c) He agrees with Ellis after all.
(d) He does not want natives admitted to the club.

4. Flory's attitude toward his mistress is ____________________________.
(a) a mixture of delight and anticipation.
(b) a mixture of tolerance and disgust.
(c) a mixture of fear and excitement.
(d) a mixture of love and respect.

5. What nickname is Ellis given to Dr. Veraswami?
(a) Very slimy
(b) That Indian
(c) The savage doctor
(d) Very savvy

Short Answer Questions

1. Ba Sein arrives to discuss ________________________________.

2. Many of Flory's early years in Burma were spent ____________________________.

3. Of all the indulgent freedoms allowed a pukka sahib, the one freedom denied them is ________________________.

4. What does Ma Kin tell her husband about happiness?

5. Veraswami is slightly disappointed when _________________________________.

(see the answer key)

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