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

2. What decision do Uma's parents make that displeases her?
(a) Uma will go to boarding school in the fall.
(b) Uma must marry a young man she despises.
(c) Uma will not return to the convent school.
(d) Uma has to stay in India instead of going to the United States for school.

3. What does Uma say the atmosphere at the Ashram is like?
(a) Raucous.
(b) Unwelcoming.
(c) Loud but organized.
(d) Very quiet.

4. About what does Mrs. O'Henry ask Uma?
(a) Her last marriage.
(b) Her parents.
(c) Her brother.
(d) Her hopes for the future.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does the prospective groom's family not offer a reciprocal invitation to Uma and her Mama?

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

3. What does Uma do that astonishes Papa in Chapter 12?

4. Where does Dr. Dutt want Uma to work?

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

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