Gulliver's Travels

Gulliver's Travels

by

Jonathan Swift

Gulliver's Travels: Book 1, Chapter 6 Quiz 4 questions

Test your knowledge of Book 1, Chapter 6. Submit your answers to see your results and get feedback.
What does Gulliver describe about life in Lilliput?
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The Lilliputians are very large, making their surroundings seem small by comparison
The Lilliputians are physically weak, but their technology is sophisticated
The Lilliputians are extremely intelligent, making Gulliver feel less intelligent
The Lilliputians are small, but their environment and abilities are scaled accordingly
How does the Lilliputian legal system differ from the English legal system during the author, Jonathan Swift's, time?
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Lilliput's system rewards good behavior and punishes bad behavior, while England's relies only on punishment
Lilliput's system is more lenient and focuses on rehabilitation, while England's is harsh and punitive
Lilliput's system has harsher penalties for minor crimes, unlike England's more moderate approach
Lilliput's system is arbitrary and based on chance, whereas England's is structured and fair
What ideals are reflected in the Lilliputians' approach to child-rearing?
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Traditionalism and gender roles
Egalitarianism and fairness
Individualism and self-reliance
Elitism and class segregation
Which of the following is a consequence of Gulliver hosting the Lilliputian emperor and court for dinner?
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The dinner showcases Gulliver's generosity and strengthens his bond with the emperor
The dinner is used by a member of the court to turn the emperor against Gulliver
The dinner leads to improved relations between Lilliput and Blefuscu
The dinner causes a scandal due to Gulliver's improper behavior during the meal