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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. Who does Lakshmi realize is her “steadfast companion”?
(a) Work.
(b) Her religion.
(c) Radha.
(d) Malik.

2. What is the most noticeable feature of Hari?
(a) A mole on his cheek.
(b) A long, bumpy scar from his bottom lip to his chin.
(c) His long, dark hair.
(d) His short stature.

3. When Lakshmi first meets Kumar, how does she describe his eyes?
(a) Light eyes.
(b) The eyes of the cautious.
(c) Beautiful eyes.
(d) The eyes of the intelligent.

4. Why is Maharani Latika depressed?
(a) Her eight-year-old son has been sent away to school, and she is not allowed to see him.
(b) She has recently left her family and moved to the palace.
(c) Her husband has left her.
(d) She has recently miscarried.

5. Into what is the maharaja turning his palace?
(a) A restaurant.
(b) A museum.
(c) A temple.
(d) A hotel.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why is Sheela Sharma an unconventional match for Ravi Singh?

2. Why is Ravi home from boarding school?

3. According to the narrator, where did most families live during British rule?

4. When Lakshmi first sees Samir Singh, how does she feel?

5. What is the reason Lakshmi gives for why the Iyengar’s food was spicy?

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