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This test consists of 15 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Adela Quested say she wants to drop the case?
(a) She doesn't want an Indian defendant.
(b) She doesn't want an Indian prosecutor.
(c) She thinks Dr. Aziz is innocent.
(d) She wants to leave the country.

2. With what are Nancy Derek and Mrs. McBryde helping Adela Quested?
(a) Picking cactus spines out of her.
(b) Taking a bath.
(c) Consoling her.
(d) Preparing her case.

3. What is served on the train?
(a) Poached eggs.
(b) Toast.
(c) Coffee.
(d) Sandwiches.

4. Who is the district superintendent of police?
(a) Ronny Heaslop.
(b) Mr. McBryde.
(c) Mr. Turton.
(d) Major Callendar.

5. Who tells Cyril Fielding, "you deserted me"?
(a) Hamidallah.
(b) Dr. Aziz.
(c) Professor Godbole.
(d) Adela Quested.

6. A Passage to India is set in Chandrapore, India on the banks of the Ganges River. Which of the following is true about the city?
(a) The second tier of the city is filled with poverty.
(b) Poverty characterizes the banks of the river.
(c) The British live on the banks of the river.
(d) The club and government offices are located on the bank of the river.

7. Dr. Aziz is glad that Adela Quested is ____ because it allows him to enjoy her company.
(a) Pretty.
(b) Plain.
(c) Smart.
(d) Energetic.

8. Why does Cyril Fielding want to talk to Adela Quested after Dr. Aziz's arrest?
(a) He wants to defend her honor.
(b) He has feelings for Adela Quested.
(c) He hopes she'll recant before the report is submitted.
(d) He thinks that Dr. Aziz is guilty.

9. What does Dr. Aziz find and pick up that belongs to Adela Quested after leaving the caves?
(a) Walking Stick.
(b) Field glasses.
(c) A tea cup.
(d) Stationary.

10. Dr. Aziz receives a message to go to the bungalow of Major Callendar. On his way, he gets delayed because____.
(a) He runs into Mrs. Moore in the mosque.
(b) He cannot find a tonga to drive him.
(c) He gets a flat tire on his bike.
(d) He is caught up in conversation with Hamidullah.

11. Who escorts Mrs. Moore off the train?
(a) Adela Quested.
(b) Cyril Fielding.
(c) Ronny Heaslop.
(d) Mr. Turton.

12. Who says, "I travel light"?
(a) Cyril Fielding.
(b) Ronny Heaslop.
(c) Adela Quested.
(d) Dr. Aziz.

13. How does Adela Quested say she tried to stop the attack?
(a) By calling for help from the servants.
(b) By pushing Dr. Aziz down.
(c) By hitting Dr. Aziz with her glasses.
(d) She didn't try to stop it.

14. Who says, "I shall attend your marriage, but not your trial. Then I shall go to England."
(a) Dr. Aziz.
(b) Cyril Fielding.
(c) Ronny Heaslop.
(d) Mrs. Moore.

15. How do people react to Cyril Fielding asking about Adela Quested's health?
(a) They are glad.
(b) They are furious.
(c) They are annoyed.
(d) They are relieved.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is the leading barrister of Chandrapore with a Cambridge degree?

2. What does Nawab Bahudar do in response to the Bridge Party invitation?

3. How does Adela react in response to offending Aziz?

4. When does the party plan to leave to go to the caves?

5. Where is Adela Quested staying after the attack when she is visiting with Nancy Derek and Mrs. McBryde?

(see the answer keys)

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