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

Short Answer Questions

1. Who impulsively proposes to Lata in Part 18?

2. Where does Mrs. Rupa Mehra go on a shopping spree in Part 19 to prepare for the wedding?

3. Who informs Mrs. Rupa and Lata of the news of Bhaskar's hospitalization in Part 12?

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

5. At what school had Amit been educated?

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

Describe the character of Kabir in A Suitable Boy. Where does Lata meet Kabir? What religion is he? How does he feel about Lata?

Essay Topic 3

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?

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