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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Front Matter and Prelude.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In the novel, the word “besieged” most nearly means which of the following?
(a) Defended.
(b) Attacked.
(c) Judged.
(d) Ignored.

2. Which of the following meanings is given for Seema’s name?
(a) Face.
(b) Head.
(c) Front.
(d) Back.

3. To which of the following does Seema compare Bill?
(a) Professor.
(b) Archivist.
(c) Architect.
(d) Librarian.

4. In which of the following does Seema have a residence?
(a) The Castro.
(b) Eureka Valley.
(c) Mission.
(d) Upper Market.

5. In which of the following professions is Bill trained?
(a) Lawyer.
(b) Accountant.
(c) Architect.
(d) Physician.

Short Answer Questions

1. To which of the following is the novel dedicated?

2. With which of the following does Prelude end?

3. In what month does Ishraaq report being conceived?

4. From which of the following does Seema order takeout for Bill?

5. With which of the following does the novel begin?

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