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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through "A Real Durwan".

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who does Boori Ma say her third daughter married?
(a) A school principal.
(b) A toilet salesman.
(c) A professor.
(d) A landowner.

2. Shoba and Shukumar are married young Indians living in what city?
(a) Los Angeles.
(b) Baltimore.
(c) New York City.
(d) Boston.

3. How soon is the baby due when Shukumar goes to an academic conference?
(a) Six weeks.
(b) Three months.
(c) Two months.
(d) Three weeks.

4. What did Mr. Chatterjee say that Boori Ma's mouth was full of?
(a) Wisdom.
(b) Ashes.
(c) Kindness.
(d) Lies.

5. What did Shoba give Shukumar for their first wedding anniversary?
(a) Knitted scarf.
(b) Sweater vest.
(c) Watch.
(d) Candles.

Short Answer Questions

1. Lilia recalls events that occur in the fall of what year?

2. What is the name of Mr. and Mrs. Das' daughter?

3. What did Mrs. Dalal promise to bring Boori Ma from her trip?

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

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

(see the answer key)

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