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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 week.
(b) 1 day.
(c) 1 1/2 weeks.
(d) 2 days.

2. How old is Jahanara when Aurangzeb seizes the throne?
(a) 31.
(b) 27.
(c) 25.
(d) 42.

3. What could the architect that was hired by Shah Jahan turn marble into?
(a) Utopia.
(b) Paradise.
(c) Heaven.
(d) Elysium.

4. How many warriors fought inside the Red Fort?
(a) 750.
(b) 3,000.
(c) 500.
(d) A few thousand.

5. What type of breezes can make tears bloom within Jahanara?
(a) Breezes from the river.
(b) Breezes from the ocean.
(c) Breezes that rise from beyond the Taj Mahal.
(d) Breezes from a freshly plowed field.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where is Shah Jahan imprisoned once Aurangzeb captures the Red Fort?

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

3. What do breezes remind Jahanara of?

4. What is in a cell with Jahanara when she regains consciousness after the battle with Aurangzeb?

5. How many men does Jahanara say Dara should take on his journey to negotiate a treaty?

(see the answer key)

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