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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. What does Uma do after she reaches her breaking point in Chapter 12?
(a) Goes to her room and reads.
(b) Calls her sister in Bombay.
(c) Tells her parents she is going to see Arun in the United States.
(d) Has a fit on the floor.

2. When does Uma collapse into one of her fits in Chapter 9?
(a) At the pre-wedding cocktail party.
(b) In her bedroom.
(c) When the family is at the park.
(d) At a restaurant with Mira-Masi.

3. What does Mama ascribe to Mrs. O'Henry's kindness?
(a) An ulterior motive.
(b) Snobbishnes.
(c) Pity on Mrs. O'Henry's part.
(d) That Mrs. O'Henry is condescending of Uma.

4. How does Uma's family get news of Anamika's death?
(a) A telegram.
(b) Her husband arrives to tell them.
(c) The police come and tell them.
(d) Her mother-in-law arrives to tell them.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. How old is Uma at the opening to Chapter 3?

2. What does Mrs. Joshi say about the groom's family?

3. How do the other guests act about the food Mrs. O'Henry serves?

4. What does Mr. Patton not acknowledge?

5. What is unfortunate for Aruna when she becomes of marriageable age?

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