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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Section 4, pp. 172 – 223.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When Shahanna is teaching Lakshmi tricks with her shawl in "Everything I Need to Know Now," what does she say to do in order to bring the shy men to her bed?
(a) Flick the ends of her shawl in a come-hither gesture.
(b) Throw the shawl at the customer.
(c) Wrap the shawl around her feet.
(d) Wrap the shawl tightly around her shoulders.

2. How many girls does Lakshmi share a room with in "In My New Room"?
(a) 5.
(b) 2.
(c) 3.
(d) 7.

3. Who has disappeared during the raid in "Raid"?
(a) Anita.
(b) Monica.
(c) Shilpa.
(d) Shahanna.

4. What possessions does Pushpa put in Harish's trunk when they prepare to leave Happiness House in "A Word Too Small"?
(a) A bag of money.
(b) A hairbrush, a sweater, and a photo of her husband.
(c) A doll and her clothing.
(d) A notebook, a dress, and her makeup.

5. How much money does Harish say they pay children per week to break stones at the roadside in "A Word Too Small"?
(a) 100 rupees.
(b) 50 rupees.
(c) 200 rupees.
(d) 10 rupees.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is lassi made from?

2. How much money does Shahanna say Mumtaz charges the girls for their daily rice and dal?

3. What does Monica leave for Lakshmi when she leaves Happiness House?

4. Whose shoulder does Lakshmi rest her head on as she watches television in "Like Anita"?

5. What symbol is on the card that the American gives to Lakshmi in "A Strange Customer"?

(see the answer key)

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