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

2. Fighting for the English was U Po Kyin's dream so that he could ______________.
(a) defend the queen.
(b) prove his worth to the white men.
(c) defeat the weak among his own people.
(d) be a parasite upon them

3. What words does Flory use to describe himself?
(a) Misunderstood genius
(b) Lord of all he surveys
(c) Spineless cur
(d) Local pariah

4. What does Elizabeth's do after her mother dies?
(a) She immediately sets sail for Burma at her uncle's invitation.
(b) She decides that she wants to live the life of an artist.
(c) She mourns extensively.
(d) She immediately takes a cruise looking for a husband.

5. Many of Flory's early years in Burma were spent ____________________________.
(a) working around the clock.
(b) drinking and visiting whores.
(c) saving money to send home to his parents.
(d) drinking and fighting with natives.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who walks home with the Lackersteens at the end of the evening?

2. Flory's attitude toward his mistress is ____________________________.

3. Finally, the doctor tells Flory about his fears regarding ________________________.

4. What nickname is Ellis given to Dr. Veraswami?

5. Why does Flory let the distraction remain?

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