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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. What is the name of the textile company that Dina works for?
(a) Hasta Luego Exports.
(b) Siyanara Exports.
(c) Au Revoir Exports.
(d) Ciao Exports.

2. What does Namaskaar lend Om and Ishvar to aid in their bathing?
(a) A bucket.
(b) A brush.
(c) Towels.
(d) Soap.

3. For whom does Dina have to hire a full-time nurse?
(a) Her brother.
(b) Her father.
(c) Her mother.
(d) Her child.

4. After five years of sewing, what part of Dina's body begins to fail?
(a) Her fingers.
(b) Her lungs.
(c) Her heart.
(d) Her eyes.

5. What does Rajaram encourage Om and Ishvar to apply for?
(a) Unemployment.
(b) Ration cards.
(c) Bank accounts.
(d) Social Security.

Short Answer Questions

1. What item does Om stop to purchase after he realizes he has sat on his old one?

2. What type of petal is being thrown from the helicopter onto the Prime Minister's stage?

3. After meeting with Rustom, how does Nusswan feel about his sister's impending marriage?

4. What does Dukhi take a job grinding into powder to support his family?

5. Who is Dina trying to keep out by putting the padlock on the door?

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