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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 6.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why is Flory not allowed to return to England?
(a) His firm will fire him if he leaves the country.
(b) His firm needs him back in Rangoon.
(c) His ship sinks before it reaches Burma.
(d) His family has disowned him.

2. What is Flory's excuse for evading the war in England?
(a) He was "sticking by his job."
(b) He was "fighting his own battles."
(c) He was refusing to become a man.
(d) He was "choosing peace."

3. During Flory's time in Burma, he has grown ___________________________.
(a) jaded and resentful of the English.
(b) tired of the Burmese.
(c) uncomfortable with his friendship with the doctor.
(d) homesick for England.

4. How do most of Flory's experiences portray him?
(a) Awkward and timid
(b) Ungrateful and confrontational
(c) Cowardly and dishonorable
(d) Cruel and aggressive

5. Ko S'la disapproves of Ma Hla May because _____________________________.
(a) He is jealous of her influence over Flory.
(b) He is jealous of Flory's success with women.
(c) He is insulted by her behavior toward him.
(d) He does not approve of a man keeping a mistress.

Short Answer Questions

1. After the argument, the men occupy their time by ______________________.

2. How is Flory received at Dr. Veraswami's house?

3. More than anything, Flory wishes for _________________________.

4. U Po Kyin keeps up his reputation as an impartial magistrate by _______________________________.

5. Veraswami sees the English as ______________________.

(see the answer key)

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