3. When would Rahman return to his country?
(a) During the late-spring.
(b) After the floods receded.
(c) Once his money ran out.
(d) In mid-January.

4. What animal do Mini and Rahman joke about?
(a) Crow.
(b) Ox.
(c) Elephant.
(d) Kitten.

5. How old is Mini at the start of the story?
(a) 13.
(b) 8.
(c) 5.
(d) 3.

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

7. What is your father-in-law's house a euphemism for?
(a) Afterlife.
(b) Kabul.
(c) Farm.
(d) Jail.

8. What does Ratan not ask when he tells her that he is leaving?
(a) Who will replace him?
(b) When will he come back?
(c) Where is he going?
(d) Will he take her with him?

9. What is Anukul's wife doing when Raicharan visits their house?
(a) Playing with her daughter.
(b) Praying for her missing son.
(c) Cursing Raicharan.
(d) Buying a herb meant to ensure the birth of a child.

10. Who has Rahman assaulted?
(a) Another peddler, who he had caught stealing from him.
(b) A neighbor said to owe him money.
(c) The neighbor's father-in-law.
(d) The man at the almond stand.

11. What does Raicharan tell his mistress that her son will be?
(a) An actor.
(b) A poet.
(c) A banker.
(d) A judge.

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

13. What had Raicharan recently made for the boy?
(a) A human figure made of grass.
(b) A go-cart made of flowers.
(c) A mouse made of clay.
(d) A little house made of twigs.

14. What does the postmaster do once he has recovered?
(a) He writes an application for transfer.
(b) He has Ratan send a message to his friend.
(c) He writes his will.
(d) He decides to arrange for better housing in the village.

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