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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Whose son in the novel is a mathematical savant?
(a) Maan Kapoor's.
(b) Haresh Khanna's.
(c) Amit Shashank's.
(d) Kedarnath Tandon's.

2. Who does Pran tell his family Lata has eloped with in Part 3?
(a) Amit Chatterji.
(b) Firoz Khan.
(c) Maan Kapoor.
(d) Kabir Durrani.

3. What refers to a title for a Muslim religious leader or chief?
(a) Holi.
(b) Imam.
(c) Sari.
(d) Shah.

4. What begins to break out in the city in Part 5?
(a) Starvation.
(b) Riots.
(c) Disease.
(d) Fires.

5. What refers to a foul smelling place where leather is cured before going to leather craft establishments?
(a) The Lacing Pits.
(b) The Tanning Pits.
(c) The Cotton Pits.
(d) The Leather Pits.

Short Answer Questions

1. What refers to a preparation from the leaves and flowers of the female cannabis plant, smoked or consumed as a beverage in India?

2. What is the name of Lata Mehra's best friend?

3. What sport does Kabir Durrani excel in?

4. Who is described as corrupt and besotted with courtesans in Part 4?

5. How many children does Mahesh Kapoor have?

(see the answer key)

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