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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 15, 16, and 17.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why is Flory not allowed to return to England?
(a) His firm will fire him if he leaves the country.
(b) His ship sinks before it reaches Burma.
(c) His family has disowned him.
(d) His firm needs him back in Rangoon.

2. Ba Sein arrives to discuss ________________________________.
(a) court cases against Mr. Macgregor and Mr. Flory.
(b) plots against Mr. Macgregor and Dr. Veraswami.
(c) court cases against Ma Kin and Dr. Versaswami.
(d) plots against U Po Kyin and Ba Taik.

3. Why do the members of the Club suddenly allow the butler into their conversation?
(a) He insists on being the center of attention.
(b) They are afraid of his size and demeanor.
(c) He is a respectable member of Burmese society.
(d) He has had many experiences with earthquakes, and they are interested in his stories.

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

5. How does Orwell describe the leopard?
(a) Meowing
(b) Sobbing
(c) Hissing
(d) Purring

Short Answer Questions

1. Ellis warns Flory that ________________________________.

2. Flory's resolve to shoot the dog results in __________________________.

3. Flory reveals what attitude toward Macgregor?

4. How do most of Flory's experiences portray him?

5. What does Ma Kin encourage her husband to do?

(see the answer key)

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