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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through "Interpreter of Maladies".

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is the name of Shoba and Shukumar's neighbors?
(a) Bentley.
(b) Das.
(c) Bradford.
(d) Morris.

2. What month does Shoba's mother come for a visit?
(a) November.
(b) September.
(c) October.
(d) December.

3. Lilia is unaware of national distinctions until she asks her father about setting a ________ for the Indian man.
(a) Spoon.
(b) Glass.
(c) Plate.
(d) Fork.

4. What does Mrs. Das complain about as they drive around India?
(a) Air-conditioning.
(b) Their hotel.
(c) The scenery.
(d) The food.

5. Lilia treats the little candies Mr. Pirzada brings her like what?
(a) Weapons.
(b) Jewels.
(c) Pets.
(d) Threats.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Mr. Kapasi feel about Mrs. Das's interest in his work as an interpreter?

2. Mr. Pirzada's daughters' names all start with what letter?

3. Because of the war with India Mr. Pirzada does not hear from his family for how many months?

4. What does Mrs. Das call Mr. Kapasi's work as an interpreter?

5. How long ago did Shoba and Shukumar's baby die?

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