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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 11, The Bright Future Clouded.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who does Maneck ask Dina about when he first reaches her house in Chapter 5?
(a) His parents.
(b) Nusswan.
(c) Om and Ishvar.
(d) Shanti.

2. What object is Om forced to carry around town in Chapter 7?
(a) A comb.
(b) A mirror.
(c) A trunk.
(d) A sewing machine.

3. What vegetable does Maneck encourage Dina to eat?
(a) Squash.
(b) Tomatoes.
(c) Spinach.
(d) Carrots.

4. What does Dina pour over Om's head to cure his lice?
(a) Water.
(b) Kerosene.
(c) Alcohol.
(d) Tomato juice.

5. What does the village that the train is traveling through smell of?
(a) Saltwater.
(b) Roasting nuts.
(c) Fresh air.
(d) Sewage.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Chapter 7, who does Dina share memories of with Maneck?

2. Om and Ishvar are traveling to apply for which position?

3. How does Shankar react to the new garment that Om and Ishvar sew for him?

4. What does Dina begin to sew in Chapter 9 with help from Maneck?

5. How many years does Maneck claim that he wants to spend in school?

(see the answer key)

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