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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part Two: Chapter Seven - Chapter Nine.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What kind of henna meant the woman was loved by her husband?
(a) Darker henna.
(b) Shinier henna.
(c) Redder henna.
(d) Lighter henna.

2. What nickname does Kumar have for Samir?
(a) Singh.
(b) Mir.
(c) Sampson.
(d) Sammy.

3. What upsets Parvati so much after the party?
(a) Radha is found covered in Ravi’s grease paint.
(b) Sheela does not sing very well.
(c) She has a fight with Samir.
(d) Ravi makes a horrible Othello.

4. Why did Lakshmi need to visit her new home every other day?
(a) She had to unlock the door and turn on the lights for the builder.
(b) If she did not, she would have to bicker with the builder, who was quick to cut corners.
(c) She would become very depressed.
(d) She stored her supplies in her new home.

5. What does Lakshmi hand Samir, when she sees him after her appointment with Parvati in Part One?
(a) 300 rupees.
(b) Three muslin sachets.
(c) His sandals.
(d) A cup of tea.

Short Answer Questions

1. What age range is Malik?

2. What does the bird, Madho Singh frequently say?

3. When does one say MemSahib?

4. What act do women, in particular, do as a sign of respect in Indian culture?

5. What is Malik’s response when Lakshmi tells him to promise her he will never become a thug?

(see the answer key)

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