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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 3, Chapters 14-16.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Aurangzeb eat as he awaits the execution of a merchant who falsified his scales?
(a) Melon.
(b) Grapes.
(c) Onion.
(d) Garlic.

2. What type of jewels are in the hilt of the ancient sword Shah Jahan wears to Jahanara's wedding?
(a) Amethyst.
(b) Emeralds.
(c) Diamonds.
(d) Sapphires.

3. How many women live in the harem?
(a) 1,000's.
(b) About 600.
(c) 100's.
(d) About 800.

4. How many men does Jahanara say Dara should take on his journey to negotiate a treaty?
(a) 15.
(b) 30.
(c) 20.
(d) 25.

5. How old is Jahanara, in Chapter 8, when she finds herself on a barge with Isa, Nizam, and a group of trusted craftsmen?
(a) 22.
(b) 21.
(c) 19.
(d) 20.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who rows Jaha down the Yamuna River, in Part I, Narration?

2. What nickname does Isa call Jahanara?

3. What is the name of the architect Shah Jahan hires?

4. What is Jahanara thinking of when Nizam opens a cotton bag for a snack?

5. What color tunic does Aurangzeb wear when he goes with his siblings to play at the river?

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