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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What disease afflicts Bipti's father?
(a) Polio.
(b) Leprosy.
(c) Lupus.
(d) Asthma.

2. When Mr. Burnett leaves the "Sentinel," where does he go?
(a) He tours the U.S. with a circus.
(b) He accepts a job from Mrs. Tulsi.
(c) He moves to London and works at the Times.
(d) He runs a local grocery.

3. Where does Shekhar live once he is married?
(a) With his in-laws.
(b) With Mr. Biswas.
(c) With Mrs. Tulsi.
(d) In England.

4. What does Bipti's father believe caused the argument between Bipti and her husband?
(a) Fate.
(b) Bipti's attitude.
(c) Hard times.
(d) The white calf.

5. What author does Mr. Biswas favor during the period of time when working conditions at "The Sentinel" become extremely stressful?
(a) W.C. Fields.
(b) Charles Dickens.
(c) Emily Dickinson.
(d) Edgar Allen Poe.

Short Answer Questions

1. What comment does the midwife make about the newborn Mr. Biswas?

2. What presents do the children receive the Christmas after Owad goes to England?

3. Where does Mrs. Tulsi go when she leaves the Port of Spain?

4. How does Mr. Biswas anger Owad?

5. What does Mr. Biswas love about Sharma?

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