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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 does Rahman say he will do to his father-in-law?
(a) Kiss his hands.
(b) Bring him some almonds.
(c) Thrash him.
(d) Carry him home.

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

3. Why does the postmaster not call Ratan in as usual one morning?
(a) He is bored of her company.
(b) He is sick in bed.
(c) He has left for Calcutta.
(d) He is with his friend the factory owner.

4. How is autumn described by the narrator?
(a) As being a time to think on one's blessings.
(b) As being the most melancholic of seasons.
(c) As being the best weather in which to write.
(d) As being the time of year when kings once went forth to conquest.

5. How soon after telling Ratan about his departure does he go?
(a) Immediately.
(b) After the flooding season.
(c) In two weeks.
(d) The next day.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does the Cabuliwallah have on his head?

2. Where do Mini and the narrator live?

3. What does Ratan not ask when he tells her that he is leaving?

4. What village is the postmaster working in?

5. Where is Rahman from?

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