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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 2, Chapters 14 - 17.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why do Mama and Papa not approve of what has happened at the opening to Chapter 5?
(a) Ramu arrives without any prior warning.
(b) They do not approve of Uma's fiancé.
(c) They think Uma should not be talking to strange men.
(d) They don't want to lose Uma's free labor.

2. What does Uma regret about the trip with Aruna and Aruna's in-laws?
(a) That the fireworks had to be cancelled after one burst.
(b) That her parents would not allow her to watch the movie.
(c) That the temple did not have any cards.
(d) That she was saved from sinking into the river.

3. Why does Uma's world suddenly brighten one day in Chapter 5?
(a) Aruna becomes engaged.
(b) Mira-Masi wants Uma to travel with her.
(c) Her cousin Ramu arrives.
(d) Uma's Papa says she may travel and visit Arun in the United States.

4. Where does Uma go to dinner with a relative?
(a) Carlton Hotel.
(b) The Ritz.
(c) At a bachelor's home.
(d) The Prasidor.

5. Who does not come to the table for dinner at the Patton house?
(a) Susie.
(b) Melanie and Rod.
(c) Rod.
(d) Melanie and Susie.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who often give Uma something to add to her collection?

2. What is the room like where Uma is shown at the Ashram?

3. Where is Melanie when it's time for dinner when Arun first arrives at the Patton home?

4. What is particularly "foreign" to Arun at college?

5. How does Aruna see her parents in relation to her in-laws?

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