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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. To which of the following does Naeemullah compare poets?
(a) Prophets.
(b) Priests.
(c) Penitents.
(d) Pensioners.

2. As what does Tahera diagnose Seema’s discomfort near the end of her pregnancy?
(a) Preeclampsia.
(b) Bursitis.
(c) Influenza.
(d) Braxton Hicks.

3. With whom had Bill had his last relationship before Seema?
(a) Angela.
(b) Sandra.
(c) Vanessa.
(d) Rita.

4. Which of the following does Ismail note had seen Arshad about his vandalization?
(a) Selim.
(b) Emir.
(c) Rizwan.
(d) Zia.

5. Which of the following roles does Seema recall Madhubala played?
(a) Anarkali.
(b) Salim.
(c) Bahar.
(d) Akbar.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. What was Bill’s father’s listed cause of death?

3. Which of the following sculptures does Seema emulate with her first lover?

4. In what capacity does Seema seek to work for the Obama campaign?

5. To which of the following does Seema invite Bill?

Short Essay Questions

1. What initially attracts Bill to supporting Obama?

2. How does Bill’s colleague react to his involvement with protests alongside Seema?

3. What excuse do Leigh and Seema give for their late return before the celebratory meal?

4. Why does Jemaal propose to vandalize a Baptist church?

5. How does Tahera explain her preference for wearing the jilbab?

6. How does Nafeesa note Tahera built up her medical practice?

7. For what qualities is the casting choice of the antagonist in Seema’s school play made?

8. For what does Ishraaq decide to be grateful to Naeemullah?

9. What occupation does Bill have when he meets Seema?

10. What gesture do Bill and Seema use to signal concession in arguments with each other?

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