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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 18.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Flory's conviction to stand by Veraswami cause him to feel?
(a) Guilt and self-loathing
(b) Courage and exhilaration
(c) Panic
(d) Fear and resentment

2. What "sacrifice" does Mrs. Lackersteen make for Elizabeth?
(a) She gives Elizabeth money to make herself a more appealing catch.
(b) She agrees to stay behind with Elizabeth as Lackersteen returns to the jungle.
(c) She offers to find Elizabeth a husband back in England.
(d) She allows Elizabeth to choose for herself between Flory and Verrall.

3. Flory's resolve to shoot the dog results in __________________________.
(a) a wasted effort, ultimately ineffective.
(b) his ability to see events more clearly.
(c) a solution to his problems.
(d) his resolve to stand up for Veraswami.

4. How does Orwell describe the ugly periods in Flory's past?
(a) Unfortunate episodes
(b) Moral failings
(c) Dark spells
(d) Formative periods

5. What words does Flory use to describe himself?
(a) Local pariah
(b) Misunderstood genius
(c) Spineless cur
(d) Lord of all he surveys

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Flory mistakenly believe?

2. Why does Flory let the distraction remain?

3. What effect does Elizabeth have on Verrall?

4. Why is Flory ashamed of himself?

5. Orwell claims that the notion of men at the 'outposts of Empire' as able and hardworking is ___________.

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