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

2. From whom is the quote that precedes Part Two: The Business of Burning taken?
(a) Asha Unni.
(b) Zehrunisa Husain.
(c) Rambha Jha.
(d) Sanjana Gupta.

3. Which of the following animals are to be found in Abdul’s neighborhood?
(a) Elephant.
(b) Rhinoceros.
(c) Elk.
(d) Water buffalo.

4. How does the text gloss “naya tak-a-tak”?
(a) Brand new.
(b) Worn out.
(c) Gently used.
(d) Well worn.

5. To whom is the book dedicated?
(a) Two Trivikrams.
(b) Two Sunils.
(c) Two Salmans.
(d) Two Sruthis.

Short Answer Questions

1. What color are the public toilets near where the Husains live?

2. What is the name of the local orphanage?

3. What brand of cabinet does Abdul see while incarcerated?

4. In the book, how much does one rupee correspond to in U.S. currency?

5. Which of the following is one of Fatima’s daughters?

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