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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 2: Section 17.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Suu Kyi's speech on December 3, 1988, what does she say about democracy?
(a) To harness the power of healthy government.
(b) To remain active in their pursuit of a multi-party system.
(c) Everyone should exercise their rights to develop a healthy government system.
(d) Democracy is a gift one must nourish all of one's life.

2. What is the main river in Burma?
(a) The Yalu.
(b) The Salween.
(c) The Buriganga.
(d) The Irrawaddy.

3. When did political thinking in Burma get stalled?
(a) By World War I.
(b) During the Cold War.
(c) In 1962.
(d) By World War II.

4. What event brought Aung San's name into prominence in the Burmese nationalism movement?
(a) The Independence Movement of 1940.
(b) The boycott of 1934.
(c) The strike of 1936.
(d) The resistance of 1938.

5. What also developed along with the western influence on Burmese language and literature?
(a) Socialism.
(b) Urbanism.
(c) Nationalism.
(d) Christianity.

Short Answer Questions

1. What was the Burmese approach to life during British occupation?

2. In Suu Kyi's letter to the editor dated 14 April 1989, what do the Burmese people deserve?

3. In Suu Kyi's interview with Karan Thapar in August 29, 1988, what does she state as her vision for her role in Burma?

4. What other organizations has Suu Kyi made appeals about the violation of human rights in Burma?

5. How does Suu Kyi conclude her first letter to Amnesty International?

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