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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part One: Chapter One - Chapter Six.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. What is a namaste?
(a) An Indian delicacy.
(b) An insult.
(c) A yoga pose in which you balance on one foot.
(d) The bringing one’s hands together in a prayer-like position.

3. What type of women did Samir prefer as lovers?
(a) White women.
(b) Childless widows.
(c) Prostitutes.
(d) Married women.

4. What do saffron flowers represent?
(a) Strength.
(b) Intelligence.
(c) Sterility.
(d) Virility.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. When does one say MemSahib?

2. In what city does Part One begin?

3. What does the builder do to Malik, when Malik tries to pay him the 200 rupees Lakshmi gave him, rather than the full amount owed?

4. In the story of the goddess Lakshmi, what does the farmer give in return for a magic basket that produced food anytime he desires?

5. Parvati was born to which caste?

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