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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Mr. Kapasi feel about Mrs. Das's interest in his work as an interpreter?
(a) Annoyed.
(b) Embarrassed.
(c) Flattered.
(d) Horrified.

2. What does Boori Ma carry on the end of her Sari?
(a) Locket.
(b) Watch.
(c) Skeleton keys.
(d) Charms.

3. How does Mrs. Das comfort Bobby after the monkey attack?
(a) Brushes his hair.
(b) Soothing words.
(c) Hugs him.
(d) Promises to protect him always.

4. What gets stolen from the building while Boori Ma is away for the afternoon?
(a) All the keys.
(b) Both basins.
(c) The basin.
(d) The telephone.

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

Short Answer Questions

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

2. What does Ronny Das want to give the goat he sees from the car window in "Interpreter of Maladies?"

3. In which month does Mr. Pirzada return to Pakistan?

4. What does Mr. Pirzada do each time he enters the home of Lilia's family?

5. Where did Shoba and Shukumar meet?

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