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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 3: Section 24.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What was one of the reasons why Suu Kyi submitted her papers for candidacy for the election in May 1990?
(a) "To honour the courage and perseverance of the people who are striving for democracy."
(b) "To bring Burma to a level of honour."
(c) "To honour her father who bravely led Burma to independence."
(d) "To have an honourable and just leader for the people of Burma."

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

3. In her letter to the editor dated 14 April, 1989, what does Suu Kyi affirm?
(a) That the democratic cause is making progress.
(b) That she will not back down no matter what hardships she faces.
(c) That what she is doing is worthwhile.
(d) That the world is beginning to notice the plight of the Burmese people.

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

5. What was the Freedom Bloc?
(a) A junta.
(b) A workers' union.
(c) A political party.
(d) A section of Burma free from British rule.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Suu Kyi address the fact that people are afraid in her speech delivered at a pagoda in Myitkyina, Kachin State on April 27, 1989?

2. Suu Kyi states in her speech at the Shwedagon Pagoda in Rangoon on 26 August 1988 that people should so which of the following?

3. Who influenced the Burmese in terms of philosophy?

4. In Suu Kyi's interview with Karan Thapar in August 29, 1988, how did Suu Kyi describe the situation in Burma?

5. In Suu Kyi's open letter dated September 26, 1988, what does she consider a "legitimate concern" for the international community?

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