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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 2, Chapters 18 - 21.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. What does a man who is interested in Uma do for a living?
(a) College professor.
(b) Store clerk.
(c) Salesman.
(d) Lawyer.

3. Who is Anamika?
(a) Uma's best friend.
(b) Ramu's sister.
(c) Ramu's cousin.
(d) Ramu's wife.

4. Where does Uma accompany Mira-Masi when the old woman visits?
(a) The library.
(b) The temple.
(c) The open market.
(d) The new mall.

5. How do Mama and Papa feel about Uma’s invitation from Mrs. O'Henry?
(a) They fear the shower will depress Uma.
(b) They are gratified that some of the foreigners take an interest in Uma.
(c) They fear Uma will believe the West is better than India.
(d) They think coffee parties are silly and unnecessary.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Mrs. Patton decide to do to help Arun feel comfortable?

2. Why does the prospective groom's family not offer a reciprocal invitation to Uma and her Mama?

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

4. What does Papa rant about on the train ride home from Uma’s new husband’s place?

5. Why was Uma's new husband anxious to get her dowry?

(see the answer key)

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