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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 1, Chapter 5.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Uma say the atmosphere at the Ashram is like?
(a) Loud but organized.
(b) Very quiet.
(c) Raucous.
(d) Unwelcoming.

2. When is the new baby boy born?
(a) Mid-summer.
(b) At the end of the summer.
(c) Spring.
(d) Early winter.

3. What do Uma and Aruna feel about their mother's pregnancy?
(a) Shame.
(b) Jealousy.
(c) Bitterness.
(d) Joy.

4. What disappoints Papa about Arun as Arun gets older?
(a) Arun believes females are the equal of males.
(b) Arun does not view his father as infallible.
(c) Arun is interested in law.
(d) Arun will not eat meat.

5. Where is Arun at the opening of the novel?
(a) In England.
(b) In the United States.
(c) In India.
(d) In Italy.

Short Answer Questions

1. What decision do Uma's parents make that displeases her?

2. Who wants to take Uma to an ashram?

3. What happens when Uma is told she has the mark of the Lord?

4. When does Mira-Masi occasionally appear at Uma's home?

5. When does Uma hear human voices at the Ashram?

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