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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 2, Chapters 18 - 21.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

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

3. Who does Uma call when her parents are out in Chapter 9?
(a) Mira-Masi.
(b) Mrs. O'Henry.
(c) Aruna.
(d) Arun.

4. What does Arun like about staying at the Patton home?
(a) Interaction with the family.
(b) Mrs. Patton's mothering of him.
(c) The huge library within walking distance.
(d) Privacy.

5. What are Rod and father doing when Arun gets to the house after declining Rod's invitation?
(a) Arguing.
(b) Throwing the football.
(c) Playing catch with the baseball.
(d) Watching sports on television.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. What does Uma notice about Mira-Masi?

3. Who does not come to the table for dinner at the Patton house?

4. Why does Uma's world suddenly brighten one day in Chapter 5?

5. Why does Mr. Patton appear annoyed after he brings the meat in from the grill?

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