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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through The Carpenter, pg. 214-244.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How do the women discuss Saliqa's beating?
(a) They say nothing about it.
(b) They say it is a shame.
(c) They say it's just a joke.
(d) They say she is a disgrace.

2. How long can the carpenter be in prison for stealing from Sultan?
(a) 5 months.
(b) 6 months.
(c) 6 years.
(d) 5 years.

3. Why is Sultan able to have books printed in "The Business Trip"?
(a) Because he has the money.
(b) Because there are paper suppliers in Pakistan.
(c) Because he has a friend who publishes.
(d) Because there aren't controls over books.

4. Why are Shakila and Bulbula older than most brides?
(a) They were both sick for a long time.
(b) They don't have enough money to get married.
(c) Their mother stopped them from getting married.
(d) They were traveling.

5. In "An Attempt", how does Sonya feel about her second pregnancy?
(a) Angry.
(b) Content.
(c) Worried.
(d) Very pleased.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why is Saliqa beaten?

2. How does Fazil describe his teacher in "Can God Die"?

3. How many boys are in Fazil's class at Esteqlal?

4. In "Wedding", what does Shakila fear will ruin her hairdo?

5. In "The Matriarch", what reason is given for the Sultan's simple living arrangements?

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