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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through "When Mr. Pirzada Came to Dine".

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. What did Lilia stop doing each night so as not to ruin her prayer for Mr. Pirzada's family?
(a) Saying goodnight.
(b) Washing her face.
(c) Sleeping in her bed.
(d) Brushing her teeth.

3. In which month does Mr. Pirzada return to Pakistan?
(a) September.
(b) October.
(c) December.
(d) January.

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

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

Short Answer Questions

1. In what room in the house does Shukumar work on his dissertation?

2. What does Mr. Pirzada give Lilia for Halloween?

3. What does Lilia tell Dora about Mr. Pirzada's daughters?

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

5. What event had Shoba already planned for their baby?

(see the answer key)

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