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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. As Elizabeth and Verrall dance outside, the moon is described as _________________________.
(a) a sick woman creeping out of bed.
(b) a silver orb.
(c) an envious goddess.
(d) a Japanese lantern.

2. Why do the Burmese riot outside the Club?
(a) Ellis has murdered Maxwell, and the Burmese want justice.
(b) Ellis has murdered a local boy, and the Burmese want revenge.
(c) Ellis has attacked a group of local boys and the Burmese want revenge.
(d) Ellis has published an unflattering article of the Burmese.

3. What is the description of the mood of Chapter 17?
(a) Tense
(b) Frightening
(c) Joyous
(d) Tender

4. What causes the Englishmen to feel envy for Verrall?
(a) Verrall is extremely wealthy.
(b) Verrall dances with Elizabeth at the Club.
(c) Verrall has a spotless reputation with officers and creditors.
(d) Verrall is destined for a happy marriage.

5. Who commits the murder?
(a) The relatives of the man Maxwell shot commit the murder.
(b) Maxwell commits the murder.
(c) The relatives of Ma Hla May commit the murder.
(d) U Po Kyin commits the murder as revenge.

Short Answer Questions

1. Although Elizabeth and Verrall ride together frequently, __________________________________.

2. Why does Ko S'la tell Flory he should not attempt to play polo?

3. Flory is convinced he is ______________________.

4. What accounts for the change in Mrs. Lackersteen's behavior?

5. How does Flory feel next to Verrall?

Short Essay Questions

1. How does Flory arrange to stay in town to be around Elizabeth?

2. Why is Flory intimidated by Verrall?

3. In what position does Flory find himself at the end of Chapter 19?

4. What causes the change in Flory's mood after he visits Dr. Veraswami?

5. Why do the Englishmen decide that Verrall is ungracious?

6. What do Ellis and Westfield plan to do in response to Maxwell's murder?

7. Why might Elizabeth enjoy holding the gun?

8. What is U Po Kyin's version of the love triangle between Flory, Elizabeth and Verrall?

9. Why does Flory's birthmark discourage him from kissing Elizabeth?

10. What unpleasant event does Elizabeth face before going to the Club?

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