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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part Four: Up and Out, Chapters 12-14.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In what burn ward is Fatima lodged?
(a) 11.
(b) 13.
(c) 10.
(d) 12.

2. Approximately how many people live in the slum Abdul inhabits?
(a) 3,000.
(b) 30.
(c) 30,000.
(d) 300.

3. What community group does Manju join?
(a) Indian Civil Defense Corps.
(b) Rotary Club.
(c) Sisters of the Unfolding Lotus.
(d) Mumbai Women’s Brigade.

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

5. As which of the following does the text gloss “barbad”?
(a) Rich.
(b) Rotten.
(c) Ripe.
(d) Regal.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which of the following seeks an intimate encounter with Asha?

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

3. Into what hospital is Fatima admitted?

4. From whom is the quote that precedes Part Two: The Business of Burning taken?

5. Where does Meena expect to go as a bride?

(see the answer key)

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