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

2. Who often give Uma something to add to her collection?
(a) Sister Peacock.
(b) Mira-Masi.
(c) Mrs. O'Henry.
(d) Arun sends things from the United States.

3. What disappoints Papa about Arun as Arun gets older?
(a) Arun does not view his father as infallible.
(b) Arun believes females are the equal of males.
(c) Arun will not eat meat.
(d) Arun is interested in law.

4. What does Uma drink when out to dinner?
(a) Wine.
(b) Tea.
(c) Shandys.
(d) Just water.

5. Why do female relatives send pictures to Mama and Papa?
(a) To start searching for a husband for Uma.
(b) To start searching for a husband for Aruna.
(c) To start searching for a wife for Arun.
(d) They are not sending pictures as Uma refuses marriage.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Uma do that requires some boldness?

2. Where is Arun's father hoping Arun can continue his education?

3. How does Uma's family get news of Anamika's death?

4. Why does Anamika suffer a miscarriage?

5. Where does Anamika live after marriage?

(see the answer key)

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