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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 3, Chapters 19-21.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Chapter 12, how many men does Shah Jahan ask Aurangzeb to take north to deal with the Persians?
(a) 60,000.
(b) 50,000.
(c) 45,000.
(d) 55,000.

2. In Chapter 13, after giving her money to beggars, what does Jahanara wish to buy?
(a) Papaya.
(b) Grapes.
(c) Banana.
(d) Pomegranate.

3. How many wives did Emperor Jahangir have?
(a) 14.
(b) 17.
(c) 16.
(d) 15.

4. What gift does a mysterious messenger deliver, in Chapter 18?
(a) Irises.
(b) Tulips.
(c) Pigeon.
(d) Falcon.

5. When does Jahanara finally see her family after her wedding?
(a) Beginning of spring.
(b) At the beginning of fall.
(c) Summer's end.
(d) At the end of winter.

Short Answer Questions

1. What color does Jaha wear when she is being rowed down the Yamuna River?

2. How many more men does Aurangzeb have in his army than Dara has?

3. What fresh meat is brought for Jahanara, Isa, and Arjumand when they are reunited?

4. What did Shah Jahan do after his wife died?

5. When Aurangzeb comes to remove Jahanara from his cell, how many bodyguards come with him?

(see the answer key)

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