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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 3, Don't Talk to Me about Matisse.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How much were bets on horse races if someone sat in the grandstand?
(a) 7 rupees.
(b) 2 rupees.
(c) 10 rupees.
(d) 5 rupees.

2. How much did Michael pay for a pair of sandals his first week in Ceylon?
(a) 25 cents.
(b) 35 cents.
(c) 15 cents.
(d) 10 cents.

3. What color were the walls in the old governor's home in Jaffna?
(a) Green.
(b) Sunshine yellow.
(c) Rose-red.
(d) Blue.

4. How old was Philip Ondaatje when he retired?
(a) 48.
(b) 40.
(c) 65.
(d) 52.

5. In a dream Michael had on page 27, what shape was his body?
(a) Square.
(b) Polygon.
(c) Rectangle.
(d) Star.

Short Answer Questions

1. In what ocean is Ceylon located?

2. On their way to the December races, where would the Gasanawa group go swimming?

3. What did Michael have to eat for lunch when he was at the old governor's home?

4. How long was the train ride from Colombo to Jaffna?

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

(see the answer key)

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