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 form an alliance with local rulers.
C) They celebrate a victory.
D) They face starvation and violence.
  • 2. What literary technique is heavily utilized by Farrell in the novel?
A) Metaphor
B) Allegory
C) Irony
D) Personification
  • 3. How does the siege impact community relationships?
A) It strengthens their bonds.
B) It has no effect on relationships.
C) It exposes tensions and prejudices.
D) It leads to unity and cooperation.
  • 4. What type of novel is 'The Siege of Krishnapur'?
A) Fantasy
B) Non-fiction
C) Historical fiction
D) Mystery
  • 5. What does the character of Miss Margaret represent?
A) Traditional gender roles.
B) The oppression of women.
C) Naivety and submissiveness.
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 is irrelevant to the plot.
C) It highlights desperation and human nature.
D) It represents culinary excellence.
  • 7. What does the term 'Krishnapur' refer to in the novel?
A) A mythological place.
B) An actual historical city.
C) A type of architecture.
D) A fictional colonial outpost.
  • 8. Which social class does Mr. Andrew Kemp belong to?
A) Working class
B) British colonial elite
C) Servants
D) Local Indian leaders
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