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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Where is the Das family from?
(a) India.
(b) New York.
(c) New Jersey.
(d) New Hampshire.

2. How long has Shukumar been in graduate school?
(a) Six years.
(b) Four years.
(c) Seven years.
(d) Two years.

3. What language does Mr. Kapasi translate for the doctor he works with?
(a) English.
(b) Hindi.
(c) Gujarati.
(d) French.

4. What game do Mr. Pirzada and Lilia's parents play each night?
(a) Checkers.
(b) Backgammon.
(c) Monopoly.
(d) Scrabble.

5. How many daughters does Mr. Pirzada have?
(a) Seven.
(b) Four.
(c) Nine.
(d) Three.

Short Answer Questions

1. What month does Shoba's mother come for a visit?

2. How long does Mr. Kapasi calculate it will be before he receives mail from Mrs. Das?

3. What is Lilia's father's occupation?

4. Where did Shukumar grow up?

5. What does Mrs. Das do in the car as her family drives through In India?

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