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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 2, A Fine Romance.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How old did Michael believe his mother was when she met Mervyn?
(a) 27.
(b) 24.
(c) 22.
(d) 29.

2. What was Philip Ondaatje's occupation?
(a) Factory owner.
(b) Politician.
(c) Plantation owner.
(d) Lawyer.

3. How many sentries guarded the entrance to the old governor's home?
(a) 2.
(b) 3.
(c) 4.
(d) 5.

4. What did Michael have to eat for lunch when he was at the old governor's home?
(a) Egg plant curry.
(b) Fried Rice.
(c) Jambalaya.
(d) Crab curry.

5. Near what continent is Ceylon located?
(a) Africa.
(b) Asia.
(c) Europe.
(d) Australasia.

Short Answer Questions

1. How often would Philip Ondaatje travel to England?

2. During what months did Michael's grandparents move to Nuwara Eliya?

3. What dance was perfected on a rock at Gasanawa?

4. As he awaited his approaching marriage, how long after Mervyn had returned to Ceylon did he announce another engagement?

5. What commission did Uncle Ned oversee while he was in Jaffna?

(see the answer key)

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