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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 2, The Strange Book.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How long did the mullah pray for Mahmud when the child fell ill?
(a) Three hours.
(b) Three days.
(c) Three minutes.
(d) Three weeks.

2. Why did Bilquis threaten to fire Manzur?
(a) He spread rumors about her Christianity.
(b) He told her family she had a Bible.
(c) He stole a Bible from her.
(d) He didn't bring her a Bible.

3. What does the word "Wah" mean?
(a) Peace.
(b) Joy.
(c) Water.
(d) Gratitude.

4. How old was Bilquis when the book begins?
(a) Thirty-nine.
(b) Sixty-eight.
(c) Fifty-four.
(d) Forty-five.

5. Who taught Muhammed the words of the Quran?
(a) His father.
(b) His uncle Fateh.
(c) His mother.
(d) The angel Gabriel.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why did Bilquis reject the offer of a Mullah to help her?

2. What does Bilquis think is better than prayer?

3. Where had Bilquis visited for shopping while she was married?

4. Why were Muslims advised not to employ Christians, according to Bilquis?

5. Why was Mahmud living with Bilquis?

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