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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through "The Cabuliwallah" - "The Postmaster".

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What did the postmaster have to console himself with that Ratan lacked?
(a) A brother.
(b) A warm coat.
(c) Money.
(d) Philosophy.

2. During what holiday will Mini's wedding take place?
(a) Navaratri.
(b) Diwali.
(c) Puja.
(d) Holi.

3. What is the narrator doing when Rahman is arrested?
(a) Planning a household event.
(b) Drinking tea.
(c) Writing the 18th chapter.
(d) Correcting proof-sheets.

4. What does Mini think the Cabuliwallah's bag contains?
(a) Almonds.
(b) Crows.
(c) Magic.
(d) Children.

5. What village is the postmaster working in?
(a) Atchutapuram.
(b) Ulapur.
(c) Hindupur.
(d) Markapur.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Rahman appear different when he arrives in the narrator's study on the day of the wedding?

2. What does Ratan do for the postmaster in the evening?

3. Who has Rahman assaulted?

4. What does Ratan do for the postmaster on his last morning in the village?

5. How old is Mini at the start of the story?

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