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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Verrall's attitude toward women suggests __________________________.
(a) he is capable of tenderness and emtional intimacy.
(b) he is ready to change for the right woman.
(c) he is only interested in marriage to a wealthy English woman.
(d) he is not interested in marriage.

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

3. Although Elizabeth and Verrall ride together frequently, __________________________________.
(a) they are no closer to finding a romantic attachment.
(b) they are not attracted to one another.
(c) they are not concerned about marriage.
(d) they are no more or less intimate than they were in the beginning.

4. Flory is convinced he is ______________________.
(a) in love with Mrs. Lackersteen.
(b) destined to remain a bachelor.
(c) in love with Elizabeth.
(d) in love with Ma Hla May.

5. Why is Ellis upset that Verrall has abused the butler?
(a) Ellis believes Verrall has no right to abuse the Club's butler as he is not a member.
(b) Ellis wants Verrall to approve of everyone in the Club.
(c) Ellis feels protective of the butler.
(d) Ellis believes Verrall is part Burman, and therefore should not be admitted to the Club.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why are Elizabeth and Verrall indifferent to the heat?

2. What is Elizabeth's first thought when she thinks of Flory?

3. What does Flory mistakenly believe?

4. Though Flory and Elizabeth are often alone together, they are never able to _________________.

5. Why do the Burmese riot outside the Club?

Short Essay Questions

1. What is the result of Ellis' confrontation with the local boys?

2. The description of the evening on which Elizabeth and Verrall dance sets what kind of tone for their relationship?

3. How does Orwell describe the leopard as it is being killed?

4. What do Elizabeth's comments about the Burmese reveal about her?

5. What unpleasant event does Elizabeth face before going to the Club?

6. What choice does Macgregor offer the Englishmen in regards to electing a native member of the Club?

7. What happens for Flory as a result of his role in the riot?

8. How does Flory arrange to stay in town to be around Elizabeth?

9. What is Elizabeth's attitude toward Flory?

10. Why might Elizabeth enjoy holding the gun?

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