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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book 2, Chapter 6, The Revolution.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Mr. Biswas read in bed while living at Green Vale?
(a) The old newspapers that wallpaper his walls.
(b) Political magazines.
(c) Charles Dickens.
(d) Hindi literature.

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

3. In Book 2, Chapter 1, what city does Mr. Biswas move to?
(a) Moruga.
(b) Matura.
(c) Port of Spain.
(d) Arwacas.

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

5. What type of garden does the work crew destroy in Chapter 2 of Book 2?
(a) An English-style flower garden.
(b) A rose garden.
(c) A Japanese rock garden.
(d) A vegetable garden.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which room in Hanuman House does Mr. Biswas occupy while he is ill?

2. In Book 2, Chapter 3, what gift does the family plan to give each child?

3. What did Owad study while overseas?

4. After recovering from his illness, how does Mr. Biswas view his future?

5. What opposition does Mr. Biswas have to the family's plan to raise sheep?

(see the answer key)

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