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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Paragraphs 1-2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What verb is used to describe the moving of the processions throughout Omelas?
(a) Winding.
(b) Flowing.
(c) Creeping.
(d) Marching.

2. What is the sole piece of gear or accoutrement worn by the horses of Omelas?
(a) A bit with a halter.
(b) A saddle.
(c) Lengths of ribbon.
(d) A halter without a bit.

3. What word is used to indicate the horses' communication with one another?
(a) Neighed.
(b) Teased.
(c) Boasted.
(d) Chatted.

4. What sort of clothing is worn by the people who exercise the horses?
(a) They wear sacred garments.
(b) They wear conservative dress.
(c) They are naked.
(d) They wear homemade clothing.

5. What colorful objects are used to decorate the horses of Omelas with color?
(a) Balloons.
(b) Lengths of yarn.
(c) Pieces of chalk.
(d) Streamers.

Short Answer Questions

1. The sound of the bells is described in what way?

2. The sky on the day described in Paragraph 1 is said to be what color?

3. How are the horses said to feel about their participation in the event of Omelas?

4. In what season does the event described at the start of the story take place?

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

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