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

2. In the beginning of Chapter 2, who buys the Bipti's property?
(a) A foreign investor.
(b) Her next door neighbor, Dhari.
(c) Her sister, Tara.
(d) The owners of the sugar cane plantation.

3. In the prologue, how much of the mortgage is left on Mr. Biswas' house?
(a) $2,450.
(b) $5,500.
(c) $13,000.
(d) $3,000.

4. What job is Mr. Biswas fired from in the prologue?
(a) Overseer for a sugar plantation.
(b) Taxicab driver in Trinidad.
(c) Police officer in Trinidad.
(d) Reporter for the Trinidad "Sentinel."

5. What type of house does Mr. Biswas buy?
(a) A flimsy two story.
(b) A large three story.
(c) A small bungalow.
(d) A condo.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. What physical reaction does Mr. Biswas have to stress?

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

4. In Book 1, Chapter 2, who runs away with Dehuti?

5. How does Shama's family react to the purchase of the house?

(see the answer key)

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