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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 20, The Madras Mail.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is the condition of Estha's bedroom?
(a) Elegant.
(b) Messy.
(c) Spotless.
(d) Filthy.

2. What is the name of last place Estha ever sees Ammu?
(a) Cochin Harbor Terminus.
(b) History House.
(c) Ayemenem Train Station.
(d) Sea Queen Hotel and Terminal.

3. What is Baby Kochamma watching on television as Rahel waits for Estha to return home?
(a) Leave it to Beaver.
(b) The Best of Donahue.
(c) Oprah.
(d) Prime Bodies.

4. What does Rahel take to the temple elephant, Kochu Thomban?
(a) Money.
(b) Jar of pickles.
(c) Coconut.
(d) Apple.

5. What does Rahel realize as an adult about the way Velutha plays with the children?
(a) He was trying to get to Ammu.
(b) She recognizes the creulty.
(c) She believes he meant them harm.
(d) She recognizes the sweetness.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is the only relative to attend Chacko's and Margaret's wedding?

2. How does Mammachi feel about Margaret Kochamma?

3. What is the name of Velutha's brother?

4. What does Sophie Mol tell Estha and Rahel she is doing when they find her crying in the garden?

5. In her dream, which of the following animals does Ammu NOT see?

(see the answer key)

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