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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. Why were the Burmese people not ideal recipients of leftist literature during the 1930s?
(a) The Burmese were suspicious of outsiders.
(b) The literacy rate dropped during the British occupation, so not everyone could read the literature.
(c) There was little social exploitation and little poverty.
(d) There was a strong Fascist contingent in the country during that period.

2. According to Suu Kyi, what is the Burmese government attempting to do in 1988?
(a) To promote anarchy.
(b) To adopt reforms.
(c) To quash rebellion.
(d) To regulate every aspect of public and private life.

3. In her letter to the editor dated 14 April 1989, what was the result of the difficulties that Suu Kyi encountered?
(a) She heard a rumor that the Burmese government would have a dialogue.
(b) The United Nation was investigating the alleged charges of human rights violations.
(c) Somone countermanded the order at the last minute.
(d) She was allowed visitors.

4. Where was the Burma Independence Army (BIA) formed?
(a) Kyoto.
(b) Tokyo.
(c) Bangkok.
(d) Kuala Lumpur.

5. According to Suu Kyi, What was Gandhi able to accomplish that Burma was unable to do?
(a) To organize demonstrations.
(b) To hold rallies.
(c) To take a spiritual approach to ousting the British.
(d) To synthesize thought and action.

Short Answer Questions

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

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

3. In her undated letter to the United Nations, what is Suu Kyi's hope for the United Nation's role in Burma?

4. When was Aung San assassinated?

5. Who holds the burden of upholding justice and common decency where no rule of law prevails?

(see the answer key)

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