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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Paragraphs 12-14.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. The people of Omelas believe that the scapegoat child will never be free of what emotion?
(a) Fear.
(b) Hope.
(c) Peace.
(d) Sadness.

2. What part of each boat in the harbor is decorated with flags?
(a) Hold.
(b) Mast.
(c) Rigging.
(d) Crow's nest.

3. How are the horses said to feel about their participation in the event of Omelas?
(a) Excited.
(b) Apathetic.
(c) Patient.
(d) Reluctant.

4. What is the final word contained within the story?
(a) All.
(b) Omelas.
(c) Exist.
(d) Alone.

5. The developmental delays apparent in the scapegoat child are NOT said to be caused by what?
(a) Fear.
(b) Malnutrition.
(c) Torture.
(d) Neglect.

Short Answer Questions

1. How old is the scapegoat child of Omelas, according to Paragraph 8?

2. The citizens of Omelas decide that the child is not capable of feeling what emotion?

3. What colorful objects are used to decorate the horses of Omelas with color?

4. LeGuin does NOT use what adjective to describe the adults of Omelas?

5. In what manner do the young men and women speak to their horses?

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