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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. While the men decide the fate of Shabanu's family, who is she afraid Phulan will have to marry?
(a) Nazir.
(b) Shahzada.
(c) Rahim.
(d) Murad.

2. Shabanu tells the man that helps her rescue the boys from the tree at the Wing Commanders that she has perfect ____________.
(a) Skin.
(b) Teeth.
(c) Hearing.
(d) Vision.

3. What do Mama and Auntie collect to help make Grandfather's grave?
(a) Stones.
(b) Reeds.
(c) Cow dung.
(d) Camel hair.

4. Rahim-sahib sends Shanbanu all the jewelry except what?
(a) Gold bracelets.
(b) Ruby ring.
(c) Diamond nose ring.
(d) Platinum toe rings.

5. What will be put inside the fort to honor Grandfather?
(a) His body.
(b) Koran and watch.
(c) Fez and sword.
(d) Turban.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where does Grandfather want to be buried?

2. What color dress does Shabanu wear to Phulan's wedding?

3. What is the name of the keeper of the fort at Derawar?

4. What is the name of the Wing Commander at Yazman?

5. Who helps Shabanu to feel better about Phulan marrying Murad?

Short Essay Questions

1. What happens after Shabanu gets the women safely away from Mehrabpur?

2. Why can't Grandfather be buried inside the fort at Derawar?

3. What do they discover when they go outside the hut after the sand storm?

4. What is the legend of the thirsty dead?

5. What advice does Sharma give to Phulan before the wedding?

6. What happens when Dadi and Shabanu go out searching for Grandfather during the storm?

7. What happens during Phulan's wedding ceremony?

8. What is the story behind the shrine of Channan Pir?

9. What does Sharma tell Dadi about the marriage arrangements for Shabanu?

10. What happens when Shabanu and Phulan are sent ahead of the family on their journey to the fort?

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