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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 book is Mr. Biswas keep for the rest of his life after being unable to return it to school?
(a) "Book of Comprehensive Knowledge"
(b) "That Body of Yours"
(c) "Bell's Standard Elocutionist"
(d) "The Lives of Engineers"

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

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

4. Where does Mr. Biswas work with Bhandat, Ajodha's brother?
(a) A school.
(b) A sugar cane plantation.
(c) A rum shop.
(d) A factory.

5. What physical reaction does Mr. Biswas have to stress?
(a) Tremors.
(b) Headaches.
(c) Fainting.
(d) Stomach pains.

Short Answer Questions

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

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

3. Who sold Mr. Biswas the house?

4. What is Mr. Biswas' favorite hobby?

5. What disease afflicts Bipti's father?

(see the answer key)

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