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

Short Answer Questions

1. What trusted and loyal servant of the Nawab Sahib takes Maan around the estate in Part 10?

2. Who is stabbed by Maan in Part 17?

3. What is the setting of the beginning of Part 11?

4. Where does Mahesh Kapoor go to run his farm in Part 14?

5. What Persian word was given as an honorary title to a person who has achieved a mastery over languages, especially in British India?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

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 2

Who is the Raja of Marh and where has he elected to erect a Temple to Shiva? What impact does this have on the characters in the narrative?

Essay Topic 3

Describe and discuss the qualities Mrs. Rupa Mehra seeks in a husband for her daughter. Is romantic love a consideration? What are the most important qualities she seeks?

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