FlexiQuiz - How Many Miles to Babylon

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

A dominant role

A subordinate role

A caring role

2. To what social class does Alec belong?

Working class

Middle class

Upper class

3. How are the male characters expected to behave?

Express their emotions

As they please

Repress their emotions

4. How does World War 1 affect Alec?

He becomes disillusioned

He enjoys his role as officer

He longs to return to his mother

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

Lack of communication

Communication

Happiness

6. To what social class does Jerry belong?

Upper class

Lower middle class

Working class

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

Male dominated

Equal

Female dominated

8. How are class divisions reflected in the army?

Alec is allowed home first

Alec and Jerry are separated by position

Jerry is not allowed to ride horses

How Many Miles to Babylon - Cultural Context Quiz