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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When Raja gets older, what other activity does he get involved in at Hyder Ali's home?
(a) He begins to do all the cooking for the family
(b) He joins the circle of older men on the lawn, partaking in discussions
(c) He begins embroidery with the women
(d) He chews betel leaves with the servants

2. While they are still children, what childish claim to fame does Raja have?
(a) He is the only one able to count to 100 for hide and go seek
(b) He always wins at cards
(c) He always cheats in order to win
(d) The sisters are never able to catch him in any game

3. What does Dr. Biswas recommend as treatment for Aunt Mira?
(a) Give her alcohol
(b) Counseling, and AA meetings
(c) Put her in a home
(d) Have her killed

4. What do the children call their father?
(a) The one who loves us
(b) Poppa
(c) The master of the entrance and the exit
(d) Daddy

5. At what age was Aunt Mira widowed?
(a) 25
(b) 50
(c) 17
(d) 15

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Bim say when Bakul suggests she talk with Raja before selling?

2. What kind of business did the Misras brothers have and lose?

3. Why did Tara marry Bakul instead of going to college and furthering her education?

4. What would Baba think if anything happened to Bim?

5. Where does Tara remember going for escape from the neglect of her parents?

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