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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 14, Return of Solitude.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What type of wedding do Rustom and Dina wish to have?
(a) A Western wedding.
(b) A big, lavish wedding.
(c) A small, simple wedding.
(d) A traditional Indian wedding.

2. What does Ishvar hope to secure for Om upon returning to the village?
(a) A nice home.
(b) An education.
(c) A wife.
(d) A good job.

3. How old was Om when he was sent to study under his uncle, Ishvar?
(a) Ten.
(b) Eight.
(c) Five.
(d) Two.

4. What was Rustom's most prized possession?
(a) His sewing machine.
(b) His bicycle.
(c) His violin.
(d) His comb.

5. What is Dina's relationship with her brother like?
(a) She controls him.
(b) They haven't spoken in years.
(c) He controls her.
(d) She does not have a brother.

Short Answer Questions

1. When does Om want to spy on Dina, an idea which infuriates Maneck?

2. In Chapter 14, who do the villagers accuse of killing the beggars?

3. What right does Narayan attempt to exercise when he is killed?

4. What does Namaskaar lend Om and Ishvar to aid in their bathing?

5. What do the two men ask Dina for permission to do while they are sewing?

(see the answer key)

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