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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Paragraph 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. LeGuin says that the people of Omelas are "not less" what "than" (3) we are?
(a) Moral.
(b) Concerned.
(c) Arrogant.
(d) Complex.

2. "The air of the morning" (1) is described in what manner?
(a) Crisp.
(b) Brisk.
(c) Stunning.
(d) Clear.

3. What is NOT a role LeGuin names in order to demonstrate the citizens' level of self-awareness?
(a) Bland utopians.
(b) Logical thinkers.
(c) Dulcent shepherds.
(d) Noble savages.

4. The children in Omelas are described in what way when they are first mentioned?
(a) Happy.
(b) Melancholy.
(c) Mature.
(d) Carefree.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What two groups are said to encourage the bad habit named by LeGuin in Paragraph 3?

2. What two modes of transportation does LeGuin imagine the people of Omelas using in order to reach the Festival of Summer?

3. The drug taken by people of Omelas when they want to relax and have fun is called what?

4. The mountains that can be seen from Omelas are called what number "Peaks" (1)?

5. The calls of the children are described by using what adjective?

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