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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 5, The Prodigal.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Near where did David Grenier drown?
(a) Kelaniya.
(b) Jaffna.
(c) Batticaloa.
(d) Negombo.

2. How much of a dowry did the woman have that Lalla tried to get her brother to marry?
(a) 20,000 rupees.
(b) 30,000 rupees.
(c) 50,000 rupees.
(d) 40,000 rupees.

3. How old was Natalia Asarrapa when she married?
(a) 15.
(b) 20.
(c) 17.
(d) 22.

4. Where did Lalla claim she was born?
(a) During a dinner party.
(b) On the beach.
(c) During a storm.
(d) During a picnic.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. During what month would Doris and Lalla spend their time at the races?

2. What type of flower did Lalla wear on her dress when she went to the races?

3. What disease did one of Rene's cows catch?

4. How often would Philip Ondaatje travel to England?

5. According to Aunt Dolly, where would wives meet their beaus?

(see the answer key)

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