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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 2: Section 11.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In "Belief in Burma's Future," what has sprung up throughout the country because the police can no longer guarantee security in 1988?
(a) Political rallies.
(b) Riots.
(c) Anarchy.
(d) Local vigilante groups.

2. According to Aung San Suu Kyi, when did the western influence on Burmese language and literature become evident?
(a) During the beginning of the twentieth century.
(b) During the middle part of the nineteenth century.
(c) During the latter part of the nineteenth century.
(d) During the middle part of the twentieth century.

3. At the end of Suu Kyi's speech at the Shwedagon Pagoda in Rangoon on 26 August 1988, she restates their common goal, which is
(a) A government that is responsive to the people.
(b) Freedom.
(c) To demand the release of all political prisoners.
(d) A multi-party democracy.

4. What impact did the British occupation have on the Burmese language groups?
(a) Significant, some of the languages were lost after British occupation.
(b) Many of the languages became Anglified with the introduction of English words and phrases.
(c) Very little, they remained distinct.
(d) Somewhat, some of the languages blended together.

5. Who published Aung San Suu Kyi's work that examines the themes in Burmese literature and political thought?
(a) Seoul National University.
(b) Bangkok University.
(c) Tokyo University.
(d) University of Mumbai.

Short Answer Questions

1. When was Aung San assassinated?

2. When did the Burmese nationalism movement reach a turning point?

3. In "Belief in Burma's Future," what is Suu Kyi's fear about the army in Burma?

4. When does law and order gain intrinsic value?

5. When was Burma eventually granted its independence by the British?

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