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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is notable about Sassur's favorite book of poetry that might make it valuable?
(a) It was handwritten three generations ago..
(b) It is signed by the author.
(c) It is signed by a holy man.
(d) It has gold woven in the cover.

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

3. Why do Sass and Sassur argue after the doctor's visit in Chapter 2?
(a) Sass wants Koly to go on the trip and Sassur does not.
(b) They disagree on plans to take Hari on the trip.
(c) They disagree on plans to take Chandra on the trip.
(d) Sassur wants Koly to go on the trip and Sass does not.

4. Where does Hari tell Koly his parents are planning to take him?
(a) His grandfather's town.
(b) The Ganges River.
(c) School.
(d) To a famous healer.

5. What does Sass give Koly to help her work on Chandra's wedding quilt?
(a) A light so she can work at night.
(b) Bright colored thread.
(c) A picture of Chandra and Hari as children.
(d) Scraps of material.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Sassur tell Koly immediately after she learns of Hari's death?

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

3. Who do Sass and Koly visit in the village one week after Hari's death?

4. What does Sass give to Koly after Hari's death?

5. Why is Sassur described as being sad so often in Chapter 4?

(see the answer key)

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