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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book 2, Chapter 5, The Void.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Book 2, Chapter 1, what city does Mr. Biswas move to?
(a) Matura.
(b) Port of Spain.
(c) Moruga.
(d) Arwacas.

2. Why does Mr. Biswas accuse the Tulsis of being "orthodox Roman Catholic Hindus"?
(a) Because the family does business with a Catholic investor.
(b) Because Owad's best friend is Catholic.
(c) Because the family closes shop for the Christmas holiday.
(d) Because two boys in the house attend mass at a Catholic school.

3. What does W.C. Tuttle purchase in Book 2, Chapter 5?
(a) An apartment.
(b) A house.
(c) An automobile.
(d) A motorcycle.

4. Who attacks Mr. Biswas in Book 2, Chapter 3?
(a) Govind.
(b) Sharma.
(c) Owad.
(d) Pundit Tulsi.

5. How does the editor react to Mr. Biswas' free work?
(a) He offers Mr. Biswas $15 a week to proofread articles.
(b) He gives Mr. Biswas construction supplies.
(c) He promotes Mr. Biswas to head custodian.
(d) He offers Mr. Biswas $15 a week to write articles.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Book 2, Chapter 1, where does Mr. Biswas find his mother living?

2. What treatment does Mrs. Tulsi give Anand for his asthma?

3. What type of work does Mr. Biswas first perform for the newspaper?

4. In Book 2, Chapter 1, which relative invites Mr. Biswas for a visit?

5. Who is Mr. Biswas' supervisor at the new government agency?

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