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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 7.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Nataraj admire about Vasu even when they are no longer friends?
(a) His confidence in the face of danger.
(b) His work ethic and success as a taxidermist.
(c) His strength of character and ability to pursue his own will.
(d) His independence.

2. What does Nataraj promise the Septuagenaraian in order to appease him?
(a) To get a new puppy for his grandson.
(b) To speak to Vasu.
(c) To have Vasu evicted.
(d) To propose a law against guns.

3. How does Nataraj feel about the enmity between him and Vasu?
(a) He misses Vasu's rough friendship.
(b) It consumes him and makes him feel like a child.
(c) He wishes he could re-establish cordiality.
(d) All of the above.

4. Who comes and wants to ask Nataraj questions about Vasu?
(a) The forestry officer.
(b) The police inspector.
(c) The adjournment lawyer.
(d) The septuagenarian.

5. Which of the following best describes Vasu's presence in the parlor?
(a) Dominating and loud.
(b) Argumentative and intellectual.
(c) Fun and rambuctious.
(d) Uncomfortable and awkward.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Vasu receive from the forestry department?

2. What profession did Vasu engage in earlier in life?

3. How does Nataraj gain leverage in negotiations with the old moslem?

4. What does Vasu say when Sen criticizes Nehru?

5. What does Nataraj say he should have done if he cared for a peaceful existence?

(see the answer key)

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