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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. What type of garden does the work crew destroy in Chapter 2 of Book 2?
(a) An English-style flower garden.
(b) A rose garden.
(c) A Japanese rock garden.
(d) A vegetable garden.

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

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

4. What does Bipti's father believe caused the argument between Bipti and her husband?
(a) Hard times.
(b) Fate.
(c) The white calf.
(d) Bipti's attitude.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What unlucky trait does the pundit claim Mr. Biswas will have?

2. What type of house does Mr. Biswas buy?

3. Who begs Mr. Biswas for a Deserving Destitute award?

4. While Anand is preparing for examinations, what does Shama give him each day?

5. What does Mr. Biswas use to begin construction on his new house in Book 1, Chapter 5?

(see the answer key)

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