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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Paragraphs 8-11.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. The child who plays the instrument in Omelas never does what in relation to his audience?
(a) Acknowledges them.
(b) Hears them.
(c) Sees them.
(d) Sings to them.

2. What type of instrument is played by one particular child within Omelas?
(a) A xylophone.
(b) A drum.
(c) A tambourine.
(d) A flute.

3. Most people who come to view the scapegoat child are what?
(a) Sad.
(b) In crisis.
(c) Old.
(d) Young.

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

5. In what manner does the child playing the instrument take his next action after he stops playing?
(a) Slowly.
(b) Carefully.
(c) Quickly.
(d) Reluctantly.

Short Answer Questions

1. The people exercising the horses have what substance all over parts of their bodies?

2. The floor of the scapegoat's dwelling is said to be what "to the touch" (8)?

3. How many of the same frightening objects are usually present within the scapegoat child's dwelling?

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

5. What sort of clothing is worn by the people who exercise the horses?

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