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This test consists of 15 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Book 2, Chapter 4, what happens to Chinta?
(a) She has an affair with Seth.
(b) She has her 10th child.
(c) She is beaten by Govind.
(d) She leaves Govind.

2. While Anand is preparing for examinations, what does he do every morning and evening?
(a) Attend tutoring sessions.
(b) Deliver newspapers.
(c) Exercise.
(d) Attend Yoga classes.

3. Which subject does Anand excel in at school?
(a) Mathematics.
(b) English composition.
(c) Lettering.
(d) Science.

4. Who institutes the Deserving Destitutes Fund?
(a) The Department of Family and Children's Services.
(b) Mrs. Tulsi.
(c) The Community Welfare Department.
(d) The directors of the newspaper.

5. What does Mr. Biswas' new neighbor think he should have paid for the house?
(a) $500.
(b) $5,000.
(c) $4,000.
(d) $6,000.

6. When his commute to work becomes difficult, where does Mr. Biswas find lodging?
(a) In a small apartment.
(b) With Ramchand.
(c) In a hotel.
(d) In Mrs. Tulsi's new house.

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

8. In Book 2, Chapter 1, what city does Mr. Biswas move to?
(a) Port of Spain.
(b) Moruga.
(c) Arwacas.
(d) Matura.

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

10. Where are the examination scores posted?
(a) Inside City Hall.
(b) In front of the school.
(c) In the town square.
(d) In the newspaper.

11. Why does Owad go to England?
(a) To marry.
(b) To study medicine.
(c) To work for a relative.
(d) To study English literature.

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

13. What sign does Mr. Biswas post on his house in Shorthills?
(a) No trespassing.
(b) For free.
(c) Keep out.
(d) For sale or rent.

14. In Book 2, Chapter 3, what gift does the family plan to give each child?
(a) A sheep.
(b) A puppy.
(c) A book.
(d) A kitten.

15. What is the price of the house for sale in Book 2, Chapter 6?
(a) $5,000.
(b) $6,000.
(c) $4,500.
(d) $5,500.

Short Answer Questions

1. What type of garden does the work crew destroy in Chapter 2 of Book 2?

2. Who is Mr. Biswas' supervisor at the new government agency?

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

4. Why is Shekhar jealous of Owad?

5. When does Mr. Biswas make the final decision to purchase the house?

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