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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In the beginning of Book 2, Chapter 3, where does the family plan to relocate?
(a) Shorthills.
(b) Arwacas.
(c) Moruga.
(d) Matelot.

2. What is the job of the certificate searcher?
(a) To locate stolen and missing visas and travel documents.
(b) To catalog birth, death and marriage certificates in the civil office.
(c) To help the wealthy procure visas and travel documents.
(d) To help the illiterate apply for birth, death and marriage certificates.

3. In Book 1, Chapter 3, which relative betrays Mr. Biswas to the Tulsis?
(a) Govind.
(b) Owad.
(c) Pundit Tulsi.
(d) Sharma.

4. Why is Mr. Biswas sent to school?
(a) His aunt wants him to have the best opportunities possible.
(b) His father left money in his will for his schooling.
(c) A compulsory school attendance law is passed.
(d) He is too young to work.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Sharma call her daughter Savi?

2. What does Mungroo sue Mr. Biswas for?

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

4. Which character receives a scholarship to the university?

5. How does Mr. Biswas' father die?

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