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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How old is Mrs. Das?
(a) 28.
(b) 32.
(c) 27.
(d) 46.

2. Mr. Pirzada is from what city in Pakistan?
(a) Karachi.
(b) Dacca.
(c) Islamabad.
(d) Quetta.

3. How long ago did Shoba and Shukumar's baby die?
(a) Three months.
(b) Three weeks.
(c) Six months.
(d) Four years.

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

5. What do the excited Das children see from the car as they drive through India?
(a) Elephants.
(b) Monkeys.
(c) Cows.
(d) Dogs.

Short Answer Questions

1. What language does Mr. Kapasi translate for the doctor he works with?

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

3. What does Mr. Pirzada do each time he enters the home of Lilia's family?

4. What is Shoba's occupation in "A Temporary Matter"?

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

(see the answer key)

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