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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 does Rahel remember the children dressed up in to play with Velutha?
(a) Saris.
(b) Wedding gowns.
(c) Silly hats.
(d) Hobo clothes.

2. As Rahel contemplates what to do with the rest of her life, she wishes she and Estha could go live in Baby Kochamma's _______________.
(a) Car.
(b) Backyard.
(c) Satellite dish.
(d) Closet.

3. Where did Rahel's father move to?
(a) England.
(b) Australia.
(c) Canada.
(d) America.

4. What are the cement kangaroos that fascinate Rahel at the airport?
(a) Sculptures.
(b) Directional signs.
(c) Trash cans.
(d) Benches.

5. What does Kochu Maria make for Sophie Mol's arrival?
(a) A pie.
(b) Curry.
(c) Rice balls.
(d) A cake.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Rahel call the man who shows them to the theater door when they go to the movies?

2. What does Velutha notice about Ammu as she watches him play with Rahel on the day Sophie Mol arrives?

3. Where does Rahel hide while Sophie and Margaret are being introduced to the family?

4. What does Chacko have on his fried egg the morning he meets Margaret at the London cafe?

5. What is the name of the hotel where Rahel's family stays before going to the airport?

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