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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 2: Section 9.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why was the disintegration of British rule felt more in this particular region of Burma?
(a) Because the people in that region had overthrown outside rule in its past.
(b) Because it was too remote.
(c) There was a higher population density.
(d) Because it was the center of British rule.

2. How did Aung San want to achieve nationalism?
(a) Through non-violent resistance.
(b) Through force.
(c) Constitutionally.
(d) With the assistance of the United Nations.

3. What is the instrument of oppression in totalitarian regimes?
(a) Power.
(b) Punishment.
(c) Corruption.
(d) Law.

4. Why was the Burmese populace largely literate?
(a) Because reading was taught in the home.
(b) Because the Burmese people had attended monastery schools.
(c) Children were encouraged to get a good education so they could attend a foreign university.
(d) Because compulsory school was ordered by the Burmese ruler.

5. For Aung San Suu Kyi, how will the forces that produce inequities be conquered?
(a) Through an international tribunal.
(b) By an uprising of the people.
(c) Out of a spiritual revolution.
(d) Through non-violent resistance.

Short Answer Questions

1. What impact did the British occupation have on the Burmese language groups?

2. According to Aung San Suu Kyi, what is part of the unceasing human endeavor to prove?

3. How did the British attempt to pacify the Burmese people during their rule?

4. According to Aung San, why did he encourage the Japanese invasion?

5. What does not allow fear to dictate behavior?

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