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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through "Interpreter of Maladies".

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Because of the war with India Mr. Pirzada does not hear from his family for how many months?
(a) Six.
(b) Nine.
(c) Seven.
(d) Twelve.

2. How old was Mr. Kapasi's son when he died in his mother's arms?
(a) Two.
(b) Newborn.
(c) Seven.
(d) Five.

3. What happens to the piece of paper Mr. Kapasi gave Mrs. Das?
(a) He slips it out of her purse.
(b) She tears into peices.
(c) It flutters away.
(d) The monkeys take it.

4. In what room in the house does Shukumar work on his dissertation?
(a) The living room.
(b) The kitchen.
(c) The bedroom.
(d) The nursery.

5. What is Lilia's mother's occupation?
(a) Homemaker.
(b) Professor.
(c) Bank teller.
(d) Salesperson.

Short Answer Questions

1. How old is Shukumar?

2. What month does Shoba's mother come for a visit?

3. What does Mr. Pirzada give Lilia for Halloween?

4. What does Shukumar make for dinner the first night the power is out?

5. Where is the academic conference Shukumar attends when Shoba is pregnant?

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