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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. Around what does Mama build her life?
(a) Securing her daughter's happiness.
(b) Her religion.
(c) Understanding people.
(d) Meeting Papa's needs.

2. What does Papa do professionally?
(a) Begins winning famous trials.
(b) Retires from his law practice.
(c) Becomes a judge.
(d) Becomes involved in politics.

3. How does Uma's mama respond to Uma's return?
(a) Mama is worried about Uma's state of mind
(b) Mama is very angry.
(c) Mama's feelings are hurt.
(d) Mama is very understanding.

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

5. How does Papa act once he gets home from the hospital after Mama delivers a baby boy?
(a) As if nothing had happened.
(b) Anxious about finances.
(c) Exuberant.
(d) Despondent.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Uma do when they return from the park and her parents sit on the swing?

2. What two countries are the settings for “Fasting, Feasting”?

3. About what religion does Mira-Masi tell stories to Uma and Aruna?

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

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

(see the answer key)

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