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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book 2, Chapter 5, The Void.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Mr. Biswas accuse the Tulsis of being "orthodox Roman Catholic Hindus"?
(a) Because two boys in the house attend mass at a Catholic school.
(b) Because the family does business with a Catholic investor.
(c) Because the family closes shop for the Christmas holiday.
(d) Because Owad's best friend is Catholic.

2. What does Mrs. Tulsi purchase in Port of Spain?
(a) An automobile.
(b) A house.
(c) A hotel.
(d) A store.

3. What does Mr. Biswas purchase through a government sponsored loan?
(a) An automobile.
(b) An office building.
(c) A house.
(d) An apartment.

4. What does Mr. Biswas love about Sharma?
(a) Her mouth.
(b) Her figure.
(c) Her voice.
(d) Her smile.

5. Which subject does Anand excel in at school?
(a) Science.
(b) Lettering.
(c) English composition.
(d) Mathematics.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Mr. Biswas discover about Sharma after they move to The Chase?

2. What is Pundit Tulsi famous for?

3. What do the Tulsis hire Mr. Biswas to do in their dry goods store?

4. Which high-paying government agency is Mr. Biswas invited to join?

5. In Book 2, Chapter 1, which relative invites Mr. Biswas for a visit?

(see the answer key)

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