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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What author does Mr. Biswas favor during the period of time when working conditions at "The Sentinel" become extremely stressful?
(a) Charles Dickens.
(b) Emily Dickinson.
(c) W.C. Fields.
(d) Edgar Allen Poe.

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

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

4. Who is Basdai?
(a) The solicitor's clerk.
(b) A widow who took in boarders.
(c) Pratap's friend.
(d) The stray dog.

5. In Book 2, Chapter 5, which items does Mrs. Tulsi insist on showing everyone?
(a) Owad's letters.
(b) Her new carpets.
(c) Dead rats.
(d) Mr. Biswas' scathing articles.

6. What type of club does Owad join after he returns home?
(a) A political club.
(b) A chess club.
(c) A tennis club.
(d) A yacht club.

7. What day is the purchase complete?
(a) Thursday.
(b) Wednesday.
(c) Friday.
(d) Tuesday.

8. Which high-paying government agency is Mr. Biswas invited to join?
(a) The Department of Civil Engineering.
(b) The Department of Transportation.
(c) The Department of Family and Children's Services.
(d) The Community Welfare Department.

9. While Anand is preparing for examinations, what does Shama give him each day?
(a) Cod liver oil.
(b) Oatmeal and raisins.
(c) Fish and chips.
(d) Milk and prunes.

10. What treatment does Mrs. Tulsi give Anand for his asthma?
(a) An inhaler.
(b) Steam baths.
(c) Cod liver oil.
(d) Brandy and water.

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

12. Which character receives a scholarship to the university?
(a) Vididhar.
(b) Govind.
(c) Anand.
(d) Ramchand.

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

14. What problem does Mr. Biswas have with the back door of his new house?
(a) It will not lock.
(b) It is missing.
(c) It is hung upside down.
(d) It will not close completely.

15. How does the editor react to Mr. Biswas' free work?
(a) He offers Mr. Biswas $15 a week to proofread articles.
(b) He gives Mr. Biswas construction supplies.
(c) He promotes Mr. Biswas to head custodian.
(d) He offers Mr. Biswas $15 a week to write articles.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Book 2, Chapter 1, what city does Mr. Biswas move to?

2. Where are the examination scores posted?

3. What does Mr. Biswas' new neighbor think he should have paid for the house?

4. What pursues the Tulsi chickens?

5. What happens to the family's first orange crop?

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