A Bend in the River Quiz

V. S. Naipaul

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Questions 1-5 of 25:

1.

What amazes Salim about Raymond? (from Book 3, Chapter 12)

He does not seem to love Yvette.

His position with the President is shaky but he remains loyal.

He has no ambition to leave the country.

He works on plans to overthrow the President.

2.

Why does Metty inform on Salim's black market activities? (from Book 4, Chapter 17)

Because Salim takes Theo's side againt him

Because Salim did not bring back presents from Europe

Because Metty has always hated Salim

Because Salim refused him money to leave the town

3.

Why does Salim think Yvette married the much older Raymond? (from Book 2, Chapter 11)

She must have had an unhappy homelife.

She must have thought he was extraordinary.

She must have thought he would be rich.

She must have been very lonely.

4.

What confidence does Indar impart to Salim? (from Book 2, Chapter 8)

The President is going to replace Raymond at the Domain.

The Domain is about to become an officer training school for the army.

The Domain is going to close for lack of funds.

The President is going his own way and no longer needs Raymond's help.

5.

What is Indar's moment of insight? (from Book 2, Chapter 9)

He knows without a doubt that he belongs to himself alone and would surrender his manhood to nobody.

He sees he has not marketed himself correctly.

He understands that he was meant to write the African story.

He realizes he must return to his roots to be happy.

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