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

Short Answer Questions

1. Who insists that Jagat Ram come to the wedding in Part 19?

2. Who does Bhaskar visit after leaving the hospital in Part 12?

3. Where has Lata returned in Part 16?

4. Who is Tasneem's actual mother?

5. Who is the Sub-divisional Officer of the Rudhia district in Part 14?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Describe the theme of Muslim/Hindu animosity as portrayed in A Suitable Boy. What conflicts arise in the narrative to express this theme?

Essay Topic 2

Discuss Haresh's infatuation with a Sikh woman and how this reflects both Maan's relationship with Saeeda Bai and Lata's relationship with Kabir. How are each similar and how do they differ?

Essay Topic 3

In Part 8, where does Maan depart on a journey with Rasheed and why? How long will they be away from Calcutta? What does Maan discover along this journey?

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