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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 3, Chapters 17-18.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How long does it take for the Red Fort to surrender to Aurangzeb and his army?
(a) 1 day.
(b) 1 week.
(c) 2 days.
(d) 1 1/2 weeks.

2. In what desert does Aurangzeb fight the Rajputs?
(a) Kalahari.
(b) Denakil.
(c) Thar.
(d) Nafud.

3. In Chapter 10, how long has Ladli been intimate with Aurangzeb?
(a) 6-7 moons.
(b) 1-2 weeks.
(c) 3-4 weeks.
(d) 4-5 moons.

4. What does Ladli draw on a note that she has Nizam deliver to Jahanara?
(a) Worm.
(b) Flower.
(c) Toad.
(d) Star.

5. What do breezes remind Jahanara of?
(a) A baby's breath.
(b) Kisses.
(c) Her mother's touch.
(d) Her husband's caresses.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Jahanara give the physician for staying the night with Dara when Dara becomes ill from poisoned meat?

2. What will those who believe in the Qur'an and other religious scriptures receive?

3. How many warriors fought inside the Red Fort?

4. What type of a tongue does Jahanara say she has?

5. In Chapter 10, what is embroidered on the robe Shah Jahan wears when he watches girls dancing in the harem?

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