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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 8, Shatoosh.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How long has it been at the beginning of the novel since there was rain in the Cholistan desert?
(a) 7 months.
(b) 2 years.
(c) 1 year.
(d) 3 months.

2. What are the men sitting around the fire doing?
(a) Weaving fodder.
(b) Discussing politics.
(c) Smoking hookahs.
(d) Burning sugar cane.

3. What is the special treat Dadi buys for Shabanu at the carnival made from?
(a) Banana leaf.
(b) Figs.
(c) Papaya.
(d) Betel leaf.

4. How many camels do they need to sell in order to pay for Phulan's wedding?
(a) 23.
(b) 15.
(c) 12.
(d) 10.

5. What kind of dance do the boys do during the celebration at the fair?
(a) Danger dance.
(b) Laughter dance.
(c) Snake dance.
(d) Sword dance.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the color of the skirt Mama makes for Shabanu before she sets out on her journey with Dadi?

2. What color are the flowers that cover the desert after the rain?

3. Watching Guluband be lead out of camp, Shabanu's heart feels like __________.

4. Dadi wears a ________ tied around his waist.

5. What doesn't Shabanu see at the fair?

(see the answer key)

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