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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. After Sass returns from getting Hari's medicine, how does she react when she discovers Koly in Hari's room and learns she has given him a remedy?
(a) She embraces Koly.
(b) She is angry.
(c) She starts to cry.
(d) She pretends not to notice.

2. What gift does Koly give to Hari when she first goes to his room after hearing his bad cough?
(a) Flowers from the Mango tree.
(b) Fruit from the Mango tree.
(c) A groom's sash she has embroidered.
(d) A lovely leaf.

3. Why does Sass take Chandra and Koly to town at the end of their first summer together?
(a) To attend a special women's ceremony.
(b) To meet a matchmaker.
(c) To celebrate Chandra's birthday.
(d) To celebrate Krishna's birthday.

4. What best describes the mood at the Mehta home right after Hari's death?
(a) Quiet and tense.
(b) Painful and loud with angry voices.
(c) Busy from visiting mourners.
(d) Purposeful with preparations for the final spiritual meal.

5. What does Koly want to do when she learns her parents have selected a husband for her?
(a) Run away.
(b) Sneak into his town to catch a glimpse of the boy.
(c) Meet him right away.
(d) Tell her best friend.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Koly think of the cake at the traditional feast?

2. Where does Sassur obtain his favorite book of poetry?

3. How does Sassur help Koly after Hari's death?

4. What do Koly and her mother prepare for Koly's wedding?

5. What does Chandra tell Koly about Hari's illness?

(see the answer key)

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