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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. Parvati was born to which caste?
(a) Vaishya.
(b) Kshatriya.
(c) Brahmin.
(d) Shudra.

2. What act do women, in particular, do as a sign of respect in Indian culture?
(a) Kiss each other's cheeks.
(b) Hug.
(c) Kneel down.
(d) Pull their saris over their hair.

3. In the story of the goddess Lakshmi, what does the farmer give in return for a magic basket that produced food anytime he desires?
(a) His broom.
(b) His loom.
(c) His donkey.
(d) His scythe.

4. Why was the touching of feet usually reserved for the lower caste?
(a) Feet are considered delicate.
(b) Feet are considered unclean.
(c) Feet are smelly.
(d) Feet are considered ugly.

5. Why is Radha not allowed to go to the palace with Lakshmi?
(a) She has to attend school.
(b) Radha has not bathed recently.
(c) Only Lakshmi is given permission to go to the palace.
(d) Lakshmi says she does not know Radha that well and cannot trust her.

Short Answer Questions

1. When Lakshmi first meets Kumar, how does she describe his eyes?

2. What is the name for an Englishman or woman in Hindi?

3. Why was Kanta able to do graduate studies in England?

4. At the henna party for the girls, how does Sheela make fun of Neeta?

5. How is a profession viewed, in regards to women having professions in the novel?

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