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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Epilogue.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Before Book 2, Chapter 3, which family member has managed the family's estates?
(a) Ramchand.
(b) Mrs. Tulsi.
(c) Seth.
(d) Govind.

2. Why does Pundit Jairam send Mr. Biswas back home?
(a) Because Pundit Jairam became too ill to teach.
(b) Because Mr. Biswas tainted the oleander tree with urine.
(c) Because stress was making Mr. Biswas ill.
(d) Because Mr. Biswas was severely homesick.

3. Why is the Community Welfare Department abolished?
(a) Many feel it is no longer necessary.
(b) The chairman embezzled most of the funds.
(c) American occupation forces closed the department.
(d) Too many citizens were on welfare.

4. What is Savi's nickname when she is at the Hanuman House?
(a) Little flower.
(b) Little Sharma.
(c) Little doll.
(d) Little paddler.

5. Why is Mr. Biswas asked to join the new government agency after the war?
(a) Because of his experience in working with the Deserving Destitutes.
(b) Because of his writing skills.
(c) Because of his experience in construction.
(d) Because he has a large family.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Mr. Biswas accuse the Tulsis of being "orthodox Roman Catholic Hindus"?

2. How does the family at Hanuman House learn that Mr. Biswas is sick?

3. How does the editor react to Mr. Biswas' free work?

4. What does Sharma use to treat bedbugs?

5. Who is Basdai?

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