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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 Book 2, Chapter 4, what does Basdai constantly say to her children?
(a) "Come here!"
(b) "Go away!"
(c) "No! No! No!"
(d) "Read! Learn! Learn! Read!"

2. How does Mr. Biswas reply to his mother's claim that she will end up in the poorhouse because of him?
(a) He declares she will never go hungry as long as he is alive.
(b) He declares that he will find his own job and buy his own house.
(c) He cries and runs out of the house.
(d) He faints.

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

4. What does W.C. Tuttle purchase in Book 2, Chapter 5?
(a) An automobile.
(b) An apartment.
(c) A motorcycle.
(d) A house.

5. In Book 2, Chapter 1, which relative invites Mr. Biswas for a visit?
(a) Bipti.
(b) Seth.
(c) Ramchand.
(d) Govind.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Mr. Biswas dislike about Sharma?

2. Which character receives a scholarship to the university?

3. Which newspaper offers Mr. Biswas a job?

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

5. Who attacks Mr. Biswas in Book 2, Chapter 3?

(see the answer key)

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