The Siege of Krishnapur by J. G. Farrell
  • 1. What happens to the residents of Krishnapur during the siege?
A) They evacuate without incident.
B) They celebrate a victory.
C) They face starvation and violence.
D) They form an alliance with local rulers.
  • 2. What literary technique is heavily utilized by Farrell in the novel?
A) Irony
B) Metaphor
C) Personification
D) Allegory
  • 3. How does the siege impact community relationships?
A) It strengthens their bonds.
B) It leads to unity and cooperation.
C) It exposes tensions and prejudices.
D) It has no effect on relationships.
  • 4. What type of novel is 'The Siege of Krishnapur'?
A) Historical fiction
B) Mystery
C) Fantasy
D) Non-fiction
  • 5. What does the character of Miss Margaret represent?
A) Naivety and submissiveness.
B) The oppression of women.
C) Traditional gender roles.
D) The struggle for female agency in adversity.
  • 6. In the novel, what role does food scarcity play?
A) It leads to celebration.
B) It highlights desperation and human nature.
C) It represents culinary excellence.
D) It is irrelevant to the plot.
  • 7. What does the term 'Krishnapur' refer to in the novel?
A) A fictional colonial outpost.
B) An actual historical city.
C) A mythological place.
D) A type of architecture.
  • 8. Which social class does Mr. Andrew Kemp belong to?
A) Local Indian leaders
B) Working class
C) British colonial elite
D) Servants
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