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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When LeGuin mentions several inventions that have yet to be created, what is NOT an object she mentions?
(a) A network of surveillance cameras.
(b) Fuel-less power.
(c) A cure for the common cold.
(d) Floating light sources.

2. The man mentioned in the story's subtitle is a famous what?
(a) Musician.
(b) Playwright.
(c) Philosopher.
(d) Poet.

3. What part of each horse is decorated colorfully?
(a) The flank.
(b) The ears.
(c) The mane.
(d) The tail.

4. Of the 4 phrases contained within Paragraph 4, how many of the phrases are questions?
(a) 4.
(b) 2.
(c) 1.
(d) 3.

5. LeGuin insists that she does not want Omelas to resemble a what?
(a) A dystopia.
(b) A utopia.
(c) A parable.
(d) A fairy tale.

Short Answer Questions

1. LeGuin announces at the end of Paragraph 6 that "The Festival...has" what?

2. In what manner do the young men and women speak to their horses?

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

4. LeGuin names one thing that is absolutely not present in Omelas, saying she is "sure" (3). What is it?

5. What smell at the festival is described as "marvelous" (4)?

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