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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. When does Uma hear human voices at the Ashram?
(a) At meals.
(b) During morning and evening prayers.
(c) All the time.
(d) Never.

2. How does Uma feel in comparison to Aruna?
(a) Outgoing.
(b) Awkward and dowdy.
(c) Graceful.
(d) Intellectually superior.

3. With what does Mother Agnes want Uma's assistance?
(a) Nothing.
(b) The Christmas bazaar.
(c) The Christmas play.
(d) The nursery school.

4. What does Papa demand at his meals?
(a) For his family to listen to his daily soliloquies.
(b) Meat.
(c) Silence.
(d) Intelligent conversation.

5. What does a man who is interested in Uma do for a living?
(a) Salesman.
(b) Lawyer.
(c) College professor.
(d) Store clerk.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why do Mama and Papa not approve of what has happened at the opening to Chapter 5?

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

3. Where is Uma left when her new husband leaves for work?

4. What does Mrs. Patton decide to do to help Arun feel comfortable?

5. Why do female relatives send pictures to Mama and Papa?

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