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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Paragraphs 4-7.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. LeGuin uses what adjective to describe the hypothetical absence of intoxicants within Omelas?
(a) Unwise.
(b) Outdated.
(c) Unrealistic.
(d) Puritanical.

2. The sound of the instrument played immediately after the child's performance emerges from what location?
(a) The mountains.
(b) The square.
(c) The pavilion.
(d) The sea.

3. In what location does the child sit as he plays his instrument in Omelas?
(a) Away from the crowd.
(b) In the center arena.
(c) In the thick of the crowd.
(d) At the back of the stage.

4. The people of Omelas are not what kind of "folk" (3) according to LeGuin?
(a) Happy.
(b) Unexamined.
(c) Simple.
(d) Cowardly.

5. The calls of the children are described by using what adjective?
(a) Joyous.
(b) High.
(c) Plaintive.
(d) Excited.

Short Answer Questions

1. Omelas is described in the first paragraph as being "bright-" what?

2. What sort of event is taking place in Omelas when the narrative begins?

3. Omelas is located nearby what natural feature?

4. Which building in Omelas is named as the "handsomest" (3) in town?

5. What part of each horse is decorated colorfully?

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