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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 piece of mail does Thanappa hide?
(a) A letter about a sick uncle.
(b) A note from the hospital.
(c) A bill from the government.
(d) A video from an old boyfriend.

2. What does Gopal want to do if he is expected to die?
(a) Sign his last will.
(b) Go out and have one last fun-filled night with some friends.
(c) Say goodbye to his wife.
(d) Leave all of his money to Dr. Raman.

3. After he retires, what does Govind Singh receive each month from his employer?
(a) A small pension.
(b) A box of stationery.
(c) A bushel of apples.
(d) A bus pass.

4. What does Swami's father call him when he returns home from school?
(a) A coward.
(b) A true scholar.
(c) A real man.
(d) A brave young man.

5. Why does Govind Singh retire?
(a) Because his hearing and vision are both declining.
(b) Because his hearing is declining.
(c) Because his vision is declining.
(d) None of these answers is correct.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Iswaren die?

2. What skill does Iyer lie to the newcomer on the train about having?

3. Who helps Dr. Raman perform an operation on Gopal?

4. How does the astrologer's wife respond to his tale of nearly killing someone?

5. What does the old man end up using to leash the dog by the end of the story?

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