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This test consists of 5 short answer questions and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. What musical lament for Islamic martyrs does Firoz plan to go to in Part 15?

2. What Prime Minister is assassinated at a public meeting in Part 15?

3. In Part 14, who objects to the fact that because Urdu is not taught in schools, Muslims and many Hindus are left not understanding the news of the country?

4. Who gives birth to a daughter in Part 13?

5. Mahesh resigns from what political party in Part 14?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Describe the relationship between Saeeda Bai and Maan Kapoor. How does Saeeda Bai feel about Maan? What limitations does she face in her relationships? How does Maan Kapoor's family react to the situation? What does Maan's mother tell him?

Essay Topic 2

Describe the similarities and differences between the Mehra household and the Chatterji household as depicted in Part 7. What differences exist within the parental figures? How are the children similar? How do they differ?

Essay Topic 3

Describe the Hindu festival of Holi. Who entertains during this festival in the novel? What are the actions of the celebrants?

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