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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book 1, Chapter 2, Before the Tulsis.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is Mr. Biswas' favorite hobby?
(a) Reading.
(b) Cooking.
(c) Walking.
(d) Chess.

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

3. Why does Pundit Jairam send Mr. Biswas back home?
(a) Because Mr. Biswas was severely homesick.
(b) Because Pundit Jairam became too ill to teach.
(c) Because Mr. Biswas tainted the oleander tree with urine.
(d) Because stress was making Mr. Biswas ill.

4. What was the purchase price of Mr. Biswas' house?
(a) $5,500.
(b) $2,450.
(c) $13,000.
(d) $3,000.

5. How does Shama's family react to the purchase of the house?
(a) They worry and warn Shama of the evils of the city.
(b) With snide, cutting remarks and insults.
(c) With enthusiasm and encouragement.
(d) They beg Shama to stay with them.

Short Answer Questions

1. In the prologue, what severance is Mr. Biswas given after he is fired?

2. Why is Mr. Biswas sent to school?

3. In the prologue, why is Mr. Biswas pleased with his wife Shama?

4. After his father's death, where does Mr. Biswas live?

5. In the prologue, how much of the mortgage is left on Mr. Biswas' house?

(see the answer key)

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