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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. What does Shoba remind Shukumar that he has on Friday?
(a) Annual check-up.
(b) Dissertation meeting.
(c) Test review.
(d) Dentist appointment.

2. What is the final secret Shukumar reveals to Shoba?
(a) He cheated on a exam.
(b) He wants to move out.
(c) He was unfaithful.
(d) The sex of their baby.

3. What is the name of Lilia's teacher?
(a) Mrs. Conner.
(b) Mrs. Dixit.
(c) Mrs. Bradford.
(d) Mrs. Kenyon.

4. What do Lilia and Dora dress up as for Halloween?
(a) Wiches.
(b) Pirates.
(c) Princesses.
(d) Ghosts.

5. What does Mr. Pirzada do each time he enters the home of Lilia's family?
(a) Says a prayer.
(b) Removes his shoes.
(c) Offers a bottle of wine.
(d) Bows to Lilia's father.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. How long has Shukumar been in graduate school?

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

4. What is the name of Shoba and Shukumar's neighbors?

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

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