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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book 1, Chapter 4, The Chase.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. How does Mr. Biswas anger Owad?
(a) By hitting him.
(b) By cursing his family.
(c) By spitting on him.
(d) By ignoring him.

3. While at school, what talent does Mr. Biswas discover he has?
(a) Mathematics.
(b) Public speaking.
(c) English.
(d) Ornate lettering.

4. How does Mr. Biswas lose his childhood job?
(a) The calves are stolen by bandits.
(b) The calf drowns.
(c) A goat falls off a cliff.
(d) He breaks a stack of dishes.

5. What is eventually discovered on Bipti's property after it is sold?
(a) Oil.
(b) Hindi artifacts.
(c) Gold.
(d) A grave.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Mr. Biswas study with Pundit Jairam?

2. Why does Pundit Jairam send Mr. Biswas back home?

3. In the beginning of Chapter 2, who buys the Bipti's property?

4. What type of house does Mr. Biswas buy?

5. What does Sharma blame for the failure of the store?

(see the answer key)

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