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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 1, Chapter 9.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. With whom does the man interested in marrying Uma live?
(a) He lives alone.
(b) His children.
(c) His extended family.
(d) His ex-wife's family.

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

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

5. How does Mama feel about the trip they make with Aruna’s in-laws?
(a) As proof of one's religious fervor.
(b) Enjoyable.
(c) Potentially dangerous.
(d) As boring.

Short Answer Questions

1. What disappoints Papa about Arun as Arun gets older?

2. What does Papa do every day after work?

3. When does Uma almost drown?

4. What is Papa's vocation?

5. How often does Aruna bring her children to visit her parents and Uma?

(see the answer key)

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