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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When does Koly work on the activity she undertakes to remember Hari and soothe her soul?
(a) Early in the morning.
(b) When she goes to the river.
(c) Whenever Sass leaves.
(d) Only late at night.

2. Why does Koly begin to enjoy her clothes washing time at the river after Hari's death in Chapter 4?
(a) She meets a friend.
(b) She learns to read.
(c) She finds time to work on her special project.
(d) She finds time to read.

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

4. What is one reason that Sass gives for being so resentful of Koly?
(a) She is an extra mouth to feed.
(b) She is a poor cook.
(c) Her dowry was too low.
(d) She cannot read.

5. Where does Chandra's wedding sari come from?
(a) It is Koly's from her own wedding.
(b) Koly makes it for her.
(c) Chandra makes it herself.
(d) Chandra's mother gives it to her.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Koly's father tear up on the day of her wedding?

2. Who attends the school in Koly's town?

3. Where does Hari tell Koly his parents are planning to take him?

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

5. How is Koly introduced to the people who host Hari's family in Varanasi?

(see the answer key)

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