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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Three: 2010.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. To which of the following does Tahera compare the lack of regular prayer?
(a) Hunger.
(b) Asphyxiation.
(c) Joint dislocation.
(d) Thirst.

2. What diminutive does Tahera use for her daughter’s name?
(a) Minni.
(b) Ammi.
(c) Minna.
(d) Munni.

3. Which potential name for Seema’s child does Leigh oppose?
(a) Armin.
(b) Jibreel.
(c) Ishraaq.
(d) Faqr.

4. Which of the following nicknames does the English teacher at Seema and Tahera’s school carry?
(a) Sister Leopard.
(b) Sister Camel.
(c) Sister Slaughter.
(d) Sister Mister.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. Which of the following domestic tasks does Nafeesa note her husband performed for her?

2. How old is Arshad when Tahera visits Seema in San Francisco?

3. In what month does Tahera visit Seema and Nafeesa in San Francisco?

4. How old is Arshad when Nafeesa first sees him?

5. Which of the following sulptures does Seema emulate amid her miscarriage?

(see the answer key)

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