The Widows of Malabar Hill Quiz

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Questions 1-5 of 25:

1.

What could Sakina, the second wife, speaking first mean? (from Pages 164 - 222)

The three widows did not follow Muslim customs.

Razia and Mumtaz were still too distraught over Omar Farid's death.

Sakina was admister of the wakf.

Sakina beleives she is now in chrage.

2.

Why would Cyrus' frankness appeal to Perveen? (from Pages 1 - 76)

Most relationships are run by strict cultural codes; Cyrus is refreshing.

Perveen has found someone who will listen.

Most young males are afraid to speak to young women.

She does not have to worry that Cyrus will keep secrets.

3.

What word best describes Perveen in the last class at law school in 1916? (from Pages 1 - 76)

Humble.

Angry.

Humiliated.

Righteous.

4.

What can be said about the responses made to Perveen after her court case? (from Pages 297 - 375)

The responses were empowering.

The responses were negative and painful to hear.

There was only silence.

The womens' responses were empowering.

5.

What word best describes Cyrus after the court session? (from Pages 297 - 375)

Threatening.

Civil.

Obstructive.

Angry.

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