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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 6, Day at the Circus, Night in the Slum.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How much money are the villagers promised to attend the Prime Minister's speech?
(a) 0 rupees.
(b) 5 rupees.
(c) 20 rupees.
(d) 100 rupees.

2. In what terrain does Maneck's family live?
(a) In rocky caves.
(b) In the mountains.
(c) In a valley.
(d) In open fields.

3. Who is Ibrahim?
(a) The landlord.
(b) The building's janitor.
(c) A police officer.
(d) A politician.

4. In what year does the prologue take place?
(a) 1985.
(b) 1955.
(c) 1975.
(d) 1965.

5. What were young Ishvar and his brother hit with as punishment after they broke into the upper-class school?
(a) A stick.
(b) A ruler.
(c) A cane.
(d) Rocks.

Short Answer Questions

1. What did Ishvar's mother steal for her young son?

2. What does Ibrahim demand of the tailoring business?

3. How is Rustom killed?

4. What was Rustom's most prized possession?

5. What beverage does Maneck's family produce?

(see the answer key)

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