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This test consists of 5 short answer questions and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is forcibly removed from the court chamber in Part 11?

2. In Part 10, there is a hint of the trend toward modernization in the country when it is observed that the general public is developing a preference toward what?

3. Where is Mrs. Rupa in the beginning of Part 15?

4. Who gives birth to a daughter in Part 13?

5. Maan only manages to get what percentage of the debts owed him in Part 13?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Describe the character Lata Mehra in A Suitable Boy. How old is Lata? What is her relationship with her family like? What conflicts does she face?

Essay Topic 2

Describe the Hindu festival of Holi. Who entertains during this festival in the novel? What are the actions of the celebrants?

Essay Topic 3

Describe the differences between women's rights and roles in Hindu and Muslim culture historically. How are these differences in culture detailed in the novel?

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