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