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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) Smashing.
(b) Pealing.
(c) Ringing.
(d) Clanging.

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

3. The first question asked in Paragraph 2 focuses on what subject?
(a) The purpose of the race.
(b) The crime committed by the prisoner.
(c) The citizens of Omelas.
(d) The nature of joy.

4. LeGuin names one thing that is absolutely not present in Omelas, saying she is "sure" (3). What is it?
(a) Rage.
(b) Guilt.
(c) Injustice.
(d) Murder.

5. The drug taken by people of Omelas when they want to relax and have fun is called what?
(a) Drooz.
(b) Glooz.
(c) Grozz.
(d) Schmooz.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. LeGuin asserts that the people of Omelas are not what kind of human ancestors?

3. Le Guin states that what human expression has become "archaic" (3) in the modern age?

4. What part of each boat in the harbor is decorated with flags?

5. LeGuin does NOT use what adjective to describe the adults of Omelas?

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