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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part Two: The Business of Burning.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How many square feet is Abdul’s storage shed?
(a) 100.
(b) 160.
(c) 140.
(d) 120.

2. What is the traditional occupation of the Matang caste in the book?
(a) Waste-pickers.
(b) Stone-burners.
(c) Toilet-cleaners.
(d) Grave-diggers.

3. What is Manju’s monthly teaching pay, in rupees?
(a) 400.
(b) 200.
(c) 300.
(d) 500.

4. Which of the following improvements does Zehrunisa want for her home?
(a) A tile sink.
(b) A tile floor.
(c) A tile bath.
(d) A carpeted floor.

5. Which of the following video games is available in the slum?
(a) Metal Slug 3.
(b) Gauntlet.
(c) Tetris.
(d) Street Fighter II.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which of the following is Karam prescribed?

2. Which of the following animals are to be found in Abdul’s neighborhood?

3. Which of the following do the waste-pickers pursue?

4. Which of the following is the Husains’ third son?

5. What kind of bird did Kamble keep?

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