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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 2 Chapter 4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Of what imminent threat is Bilquis' warned by the sound like the beating wings of an angel?
(a) The death of her mother.
(b) The destruction of the Vinyl Theater.
(c) The explosion of her father's theater.
(d) The coming of the Loo.

2. What is the first sight of Omar Khayyam Shakil?
(a) His mother.
(b) The Impossible Mountains.
(c) Hashmat Babi.
(d) His father.

3. What sort of story does the narrator claim to be writing, instead of a realistic novel?
(a) A gothic novel.
(b) An ancient legend.
(c) A modern fairytale.
(d) A parable.

4. What is the most prominent decoration in Eduardo Rodrigues' room?
(a) A plain cross.
(b) A calendar.
(c) A crucifix.
(d) A picture of his wife.

5. What word best describes the personality of Bilquis' father?
(a) Idealistic.
(b) Dreamy.
(c) Cruel.
(d) Cynical.

Short Answer Questions

1. How many of the sisters feign pregnancy after their coming-out party?

2. Why is Farah expelled from school?

3. Why does Omar strictly limit his sleep at night?

4. What country is mentioned as invading Afghanistan at the beginning of Chapter 2?

5. At what age does Hashmat Bibi die?

(see the answer key)

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