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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Pages 195 - 242.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. The narrator says in Part One, "One morning, over 100 million years ago, India left Eden and went looking for" what?
(a) "Tibet."
(b) "America."
(c) "Russia."
(d) "Europe."

2. Who is the girl who is described as the "spotty-necked one" at Manju's school?
(a) Sofia.
(b) Sarah.
(c) Marie.
(d) Anna.

3. How old is Javed when he loses his virginity?
(a) 17.
(b) 16.
(c) 13.
(d) 15.

4. How much money was Mohan forced to pay for a security deposit on his new home after leaving the slum?
(a) 30,000 rupees.
(b) 10,000 rupees.
(c) 40,000 rupees.
(d) 20,000 rupees.

5. Why does Manju's father refuse to let him sit on the train on the way to cricket practice in Part One?
(a) Because he does not want his son to feel happiness.
(b) Because he does not want him to fall asleep.
(c) Because it is impolite to sit on the train.
(d) Because there is water on the seats.

Short Answer Questions

1. Whose glove does Radha rip up on Selection Day?

2. What novel by George Orwell does Javed encourage Manju to read?

3. Why does Coach Sawant tell Mohan he has to leave during the meeting with Tommy Sir in Part One?

4. Where has Manju been injured when he bats the winning game in Part One?

5. Who intervenes when Mohan goes to slap Radha when his batting average falls in Part One?

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