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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why is Sassur described as being sad so often in Chapter 4?
(a) Because Chandra is showing signs of illness.
(b) Because he may lose his teaching position.
(c) Because Sassur is showing signs of illness.
(d) Because his students treat him poorly.

2. Why does Koly's father tear up on the day of her wedding?
(a) He is grieving the recent loss of his mother.
(b) He is recalling his own wedding.
(c) He is sad to see Koly dressed like a woman and getting married.
(d) He is overcome with joy at his daughter's good fortune.

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

4. How does Koly feel about not being allowed to help Chandra dress on her wedding day?
(a) Relieved.
(b) Very disappointed.
(c) She doesn't care.
(d) Furious.

5. What is Chandra's response when Koly questions her about the widow's pension?
(a) Surprise because Chandra didn't know about it.
(b) Surprise that Koly didn't know about it.
(c) Gratitude that Koly is now taken care of.
(d) Anger that Koly would mention it.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who escorts Hari's body to be cremated?

2. What remedy does Koly give Hari for his cough during their first meeting after being married?

3. What does Koly's father do for a living?

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

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

(see the answer key)

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