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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What finally gives Koly the courage to approach the man in the government office about her pension?
(a) She sees him casually dressed.
(b) She sees him playing with his son.
(c) She has money she made at the marketplace.
(d) She know he respects Sassur for his position at the school.

2. What is Koly told about the husband her parents have chosen for her?
(a) That he is handsome and has good prospects.
(b) That he is from a good caste and has had schooling.
(c) That he is from a good caste and the family has money.
(d) That he is handsome and kind.

3. What do Tanu and Koly think of bangle making?
(a) Both girls love the challenge.
(b) Tanu likes it and Koly finds it boring.
(c) Koly likes it and Tanu finds it boring.
(d) Both girls find it painful.

4. What is true of Sassur's job in Chapter 6?
(a) He is promoted.
(b) He is given a substantial raise.
(c) He cannot keep up with the technology.
(d) He is stressed by a boss who hates him.

5. Where does Koly find Sass when she returns from buying their lunches?
(a) Talking to a rickshaw driver.
(b) Praying in the temple.
(c) She doesn't find her.
(d) Sleeping on a bench.

Short Answer Questions

1. How is Hari's body prepared for its final trip to the Ganges after his death?

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

3. What is Koly's first impression of her new husband?

4. What financial impact would Koly's return have on her family?

5. What best describes Koly's bandicoot?

(see the answer key)

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