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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. What does Uma say about having to take care of her new baby brother?
(a) She wishes it had been a baby girl.
(b) Her school work is suffering.
(c) She loves everything about it.
(d) She is bitter that another male is being coddled.

2. Where is Arun's father hoping Arun can continue his education?
(a) The United States.
(b) Englad.
(c) France.
(d) Calcutta University.

3. To what does Mrs. O'Henry invite Uma in Chapter 10?
(a) A baby shower.
(b) A church service.
(c) A croquet game.
(d) A coffee party.

4. Where is Uma left when her new husband leaves for work?
(a) Alone in a flat.
(b) With his children from his previous marriage.
(c) With his mother and other female family members.
(d) With his brother's in-laws.

5. What does Uma spend her life doing?
(a) Plotting revenge.
(b) Being subservient to her parents' demands.
(c) Working at a floor loom.
(d) Searching for the perfect husband.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is Mali?

2. What does Mama tell Uma she must say to a man who comes to see her?

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

4. Why does Papa come to where Uma is staying after she is married?

5. How does Aruna see her parents in relation to her in-laws?

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