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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.
Short Answer Questions
1. Why does Pundit Jairam send Mr. Biswas back home?
2. In Book 1, Chapter 5, after Mr. Biswas runs out of money for construction, what does he use for building material?
3. What was the purchase price of Mr. Biswas' house?
4. Who remains with Mr. Biswas at Green Vale when Sharma leaves?
5. How is the beginning of the prologue unusual?
Short Essay Questions
1. When Shama is pregnant with her fourth child, she and Mr. Biswas have a severe argument. What happens during that argument, and how does it affect their family?
2. Describe young Mr. Biswas' second job.
3. How does Mr. Biswas express his displeasure with his in-laws and his communal living situation?
4. Describe the Tulsi family.
5. What explanation does Shama give for the store's financial problems?
6. Describe the circumstances surrounding the birth of Shama's first child.
7. What prophecy does the pundit give at Mr. Biswas' birth?
8. Why does Pundit Jairam send Mr. Biswas home?
9. Describe the first house Mr. Biswas builds for his family.
10. Why does Mr. Biswas consider himself a successful man?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
Irony is evident throughout the book. Cite three examples of irony and how it is used to give the reader insight into Mr. Biswas' struggle for freedom and independence. What is Mr. Biswas' attitude towards the ironic events that affect his life? How do they affect his attitude and actions?
Essay Topic 2
Mr. Biswas and Mrs. Tulsi are two of the most influential characters in the story. Compare and contrast their personalities. What is the life goal for each character, and how does each set about achieving their dreams? What influence do these two characters have on the rest of the family?
Essay Topic 3
Discuss the differences between Eastern and Western standards of success. Which standard does the Tulsi family follow? Which standard does Mr. Biswas follow? How does the conflict with the Tulsi family affect Mr. Biswas' attitude towards success? How might his attitude affect the future of his children and grandchildren?
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