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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. The sound of the bells is described in what way?
(a) Pealing.
(b) Clanging.
(c) Ringing.
(d) Smashing.

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

3. LeGuin states that the people of Omelas do not use what?
(a) Computers.
(b) Money.
(c) Mechanized transport.
(d) Swords.

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

5. What aspect of war does LeGuin say Omelas lacks?
(a) The rifle.
(b) The tank.
(c) The bomb.
(d) The cannon.

Short Answer Questions

1. What verb is used to describe the movement of the horses of Omelas?

2. The flavor and scent of the drug present within Omelas is described using what term?

3. LeGuin states that the most important aspect of the hypothetical drug chosen for Omelas is that it must not be what?

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

5. The second question asked in Paragraph 2 focuses on what subject?

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