1. What event does Orwell cite as evidence for his argument about sports?
(a) The killing of a tennis star by a crazed fan.
(b) The riots at the 1936 Olympic Games.
(c) The peace treaty that was signed after the 1922 Olympic Games.
(d) The money that has been donated to charity by sports stars.

2. Orwell worries that liberty cannot exist without what?
(a) Its opposite - oppression.
(b) Liberty of thought.
(c) Censorship of expression.
(d) Laws that protect the populace.

3. Why does Orwell dislike words such as "constitute" and "phenomenon"?
(a) They are unnecessarily long.
(b) They consolidate, into one word, what should be expressed with a phrase.
(c) He feels that they are used to "dress up" concepts that could be expressed in plainer terms.
(d) They are used intentionally to elevate writing beyond the capability of the ordinary reader.

4. What crucial element of Shakespeare's works does Tolstoy fail to recognize, according to Orwell?
(a) Shakespeare's status as a poet.
(b) The social commentary in Shakespeare's works.
(c) The fact that Shakespeare deliberately incorporated flaws into his work.
(d) Shakespeare's lack of education.

5. How does Orwell feel about scientific words and foreign phrases?
(a) They should be used whenever possible, to elevate writing.
(b) They are unnecessary, and should be replaced with common language.
(c) They should only be used in certain types of literature.
(d) They can be used, but only when writing for a certain audience.