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

2. Where is the academic conference Shukumar attends when Shoba is pregnant?
(a) New York City.
(b) Los Angeles.
(c) Boston.
(d) Baltimore.

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

4. How old is Shoba?
(a) 35.
(b) 33.
(c) 25.
(d) 28.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. How old is Shukumar?

2. What do Lilia and Dora dress up as for Halloween?

3. What does Shukumar make for dinner the first night the power is out?

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

5. Shoba and Shukumar are married young Indians living in what city?

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