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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book 2, Chapter 3, The Shorthills Adventure.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Book 1, Chapter 5, where does Mr. Biswas spend Christmas?
(a) In Port of Spain.
(b) At Hanuman house.
(c) At Green Vale.
(d) In England.

2. What presents do the children receive the Christmas after Owad goes to England?
(a) None.
(b) Cash.
(c) Dolls and clothes.
(d) Books and candy.

3. In the beginning of Book 2, Chapter 3, which family member refuses to relocate?
(a) Ramchand.
(b) Savi.
(c) Govind.
(d) Seth.

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

5. What structure does Seth plan to build on the garden site?
(a) A fruit stand.
(b) A hotel.
(c) A garage.
(d) A store.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. What do the Tulsis hire Mr. Biswas to do in their dry goods store?

3. What literature does Mr. Biswas leave open on tables throughout the Hanuman house?

4. How does Mr. Biswas reply to his mother's claim that she will end up in the poorhouse because of him?

5. What is the doctor's diagnosis of Mr. Biswas' illness?

(see the answer key)

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