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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through "When Mr. Pirzada Came to Dine".

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. What does Mr. Pirzada do each time he enters the home of Lilia's family?
(a) Bows to Lilia's father.
(b) Offers a bottle of wine.
(c) Removes his shoes.
(d) Says a prayer.

3. How old is Lilia during the events of her story?
(a) Nine years old.
(b) Thirteen years old.
(c) Twelve years old.
(d) Ten years old.

4. What is Shoba's occupation in "A Temporary Matter"?
(a) Tour guide.
(b) Accountant.
(c) Graduate student.
(d) Textbook editor.

5. Mr. Pirzada has a grant to study what?
(a) American Revolution.
(b) Partition.
(c) Wars in India.
(d) New England foliage.

Short Answer Questions

1. Shoba thought the poem Shukumar published was what?

2. How old is Shoba?

3. What kind of box does Lilia keep beside her bed?

4. How old is Shukumar?

5. What game do Mr. Pirzada and Lilia's parents play each night?

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