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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 1, Chapters 12 - 13.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. To what kind of life do Uma and Arun resign themselves?
(a) Comfort and boredom.
(b) Subservience.
(c) Intellectual stimulation but strict.
(d) Religious.

2. Who convinces Uma to return home from the ashram?
(a) She decides to do so on her own.
(b) Mira-Masi.
(c) Ramu.
(d) Arun.

3. How does Aruna see her parents in relation to her in-laws?
(a) As provincial.
(b) As generous.
(c) As poor.
(d) As wealthy.

4. Where does Uma go after making her phone call in Chapter 9?
(a) The veranda.
(b) Out for a walk.
(c) To sleep on the sofa.
(d) To soak in the tub.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the result of the birth of Arun on Mama's position in the community?

2. What happens about Uma's marriage?

3. What does Uma do after she reaches her breaking point in Chapter 12?

4. What do most people say when Mama approaches them about marriage for Uma?

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

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