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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 11.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Koly feel as she watches Chandra leave with her new husband?
(a) As if there is hope for her, too.
(b) Strangely tired.
(c) Determined to leave the Mehta's.
(d) As if all her happiness is leaving.

2. What does Sass give to Koly after Hari's death?
(a) A white cotton sari.
(b) A black cotton sari.
(c) A train ticket.
(d) Money.

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

4. How is Hari's body prepared for its final trip to the Ganges after his death?
(a) It is wrapped in clothes and covered in marigolds.
(b) His toes and fingers are tied together.
(c) It is painted with bright dyes to guide his spirit.
(d) It is blessed with scented oils and left naked.

5. Why doesn't Maa Kamala allow Koly to go to Mala's party?
(a) She doesn't want any of her widows to be seen at a party.
(b) She doesn't want Koly to spend time with Mala.
(c) She says parties are dangerous for a widow.
(d) She doesn't want Koly to risk losing her job.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who comes to see Koly the day after she returns to work in chapter 10 after being sick?

2. Where does Koly first go when she moves out of Maa Kamala's house?

3. What does Koly's father give her before leaving her at her new home?

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

5. What is true about Chandra's intended husband?

(see the answer key)

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