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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Such Perfection, Father's Help.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Iswaren's family think about his passing the exam?
(a) That he will never pass it.
(b) That he will pass it with no problems.
(c) They don't know that he is trying to take it.
(d) That it doesn't matter because they bribed the test proctor to pass him anyway.

2. What skill does Iyer lie to the newcomer on the train about having?
(a) Tae Kwon Do.
(b) Ju-jitsu.
(c) Sharpshooting.
(d) Karate.

3. How many stories are in "Malgudi Days"?
(a) 32.
(b) 8
(c) 58.
(d) 1.

4. From whom does the dog initially defend the blind man?
(a) An abusive teenager.
(b) His abusive wife.
(c) The corrupt police.
(d) A group of thugs.

5. What does Swami's father write a letter complaining about?
(a) Swami's reportedly abusive teacher.
(b) The lack of supervision on the playground.
(c) The horrible bus driver
(d) How expensive tuition is for such a bad school.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where does Iswaren go to see a movie?

2. Where is Rajam Iyer's train headed?

3. What is the name of the teacher Swami complains about?

4. What does Gopal want to do if he is expected to die?

5. What kinds of comments does the newcomer on the train have for his fellow passengers?

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