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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 10 Section 30.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does the narrator say she buys Indian clothing after settling into her new place in Satipur?
(a) It is cheaper and cooler.
(b) Her suitcase of clothing is stolen.
(c) She wants to fit in.
(d) It is feminine and alluring.

2. What does Harry tell the narrator and Mrs. Crawford about his mother in Section 15?
(a) He wants to visit her but the Nawab won't permit it.
(b) She has dysentery.
(c) She has special visions.
(d) He visits her in Khatm every week.

3. What do Olivia and Douglas argue about when the prince extends a second visit to the palace?
(a) What to bring to the prince.
(b) The fact that the Crawfords are not invited.
(c) The fact that the Minnies are not invited.
(d) If it's appropriate to go during a holy time.

4. Why does the narrator start sleeping in the outdoor courtyard with Inder Lal's family?
(a) To be close to Inder Lal.
(b) To see the stars.
(c) To escape the heat.
(d) To escape the rodents.

5. Who does not agree that a suttee is a form of suicide?
(a) Olivia and Beth Crawford.
(b) Only Beth Crawford.
(c) Major Minnies and Olivia.
(d) Douglas and Dr. Saunders.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Section 25, what do Inder Lal and the narrator do with the red strings?

2. What else do Olivia and the Nawab do together on the day they first make love?

3. What does Chid wear?

4. What does the narrator do on the way back to her room after learning of the pregnancy in Section 23?

5. What does Olivia mention about her piano playing in Section 26?

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