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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 9.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Maa Kamala keep half of Koly's pay?
(a) To pay for beading supplies.
(b) To put into a savings account for Koly.
(c) To pay for her trouble.
(d) To pay for her living expenses.

2. What does Sass give to Koly after Hari's death?
(a) Money.
(b) A white cotton sari.
(c) A train ticket.
(d) A black cotton sari.

3. How is Hari taken to the river?
(a) He is carried in a rickshaw.
(b) He is carried on a cot.
(c) He is carried by his father and Mr. Lal.
(d) He walks with the help of his parents.

4. What does Chandra ask Koly to do before the family leaves for Varanasi?
(a) Give him some honey when Sass is not looking.
(b) Let her keep the silver earrings if Hari dies.
(c) Bring her back some water from the river.
(d) Put a marigold garland on Hari if he dies.

5. What are some of the things that Koly does after Chandra leaves to try and please Sass?
(a) Starts a quilt for Sass and Sassur.
(b) Rises early, sets the fires, and sweeps the courtyard.
(c) Chases away the bandicoot.
(d) Accompanies her to the market each week.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Koly say she hopes will happen if she works very hard after Chandra leaves to get married?

2. Why does Raji tell Koly he is living in the city?

3. What happens to the stray dog in Chapter 6?

4. What is Hari given upon arriving at the place where his family stays in Varanasi?

5. Who is Raji?

(see the answer key)

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