FlexiQuiz - How Many Miles to Babylon

1. How does World War 1 affect Alec?

He longs to return to his mother

He enjoys his role as officer

He becomes disillusioned

2. How are the male characters expected to behave?

Repress their emotions

As they please

Express their emotions

3. How are class divisions reflected in the army?

Jerry is not allowed to ride horses

Alec and Jerry are separated by position

Alec is allowed home first

4. How would you describe the society evident in the novel?

Female dominated

Equal

Male dominated

5. To what social class does Alec belong?

Upper class

Middle class

Working class

6. What role do the female characters play in the domestic sphere of the novel?

A caring role

A subordinate role

A dominant role

7. To what social class does Jerry belong?

Working class

Lower middle class

Upper class

8. Is family life in Alec’s household characterised by?

Happiness

Communication

Lack of communication

How Many Miles to Babylon - Cultural Context Quiz