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

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. Where did Shoba and Shukumar go on their first date?
(a) A poetry recital.
(b) A book store.
(c) A Portuguese resturant.
(d) A hotel bar.

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

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

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the final secret Shukumar reveals to Shoba?

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

3. How old was Mr. Kapasi's son when he died in his mother's arms?

4. What attracts the monkeys to Bobby Das?

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

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