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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 Suu Kyi's interview with Karan Thapar in August 29, 1988, what does she state as her vision for her role in Burma?
(a) She will hand the reigns of the leadership over to the party chairman.
(b) She will look for ways in which she can be most of service.
(c) She wants to become a leader as great as her father.
(d) She will lead from behind the scenes.

2. What group became the voice for Burmese nationalism?
(a) The military.
(b) The university students.
(c) The labor unions.
(d) The farmers.

3. Who formed a new government after Aung San was assassinated?
(a) U Nu.
(b) Maung Aye.
(c) Aung San Suu Kyi.
(d) San Yu.

4. What was Burma's main export?
(a) Gem stones.
(b) Timber.
(c) Rice.
(d) Spices.

5. "The Formation of a People's Committee" "earnestly requests" which of the following?
(a) The government form a multi-party legislative body.
(b) That the authorities hold open and free elections.
(c) Adopt a free market economic system.
(d) That the authorities stop using force and release all political prisoners.

Short Answer Questions

1. When was Aung San assassinated?

2. Why did Burma have few social problems?

3. Who was the first group of people to settle in Burma?

4. Where was the Burma Independence Army (BIA) formed?

5. Who published Aung San Suu Kyi's work that examines the themes in Burmese literature and political thought?

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