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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part Four: Chapter Eighteen - Epilogue.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Parvati leave the rupees at Mrs. Sharma's home?
(a) To embarrass Mrs. Sharma.
(b) To disgrace Lakshmi in front of Mrs. Sharma.
(c) To make sure Lakshmi received her payment.
(d) To show off for Mrs. Sharma how much the Singh family spends on henna.

2. What movie is the inspiration for Radha’s dress for the ceremony?
(a) Mr. and Mrs. 55.
(b) Cleopatra.
(c) Cat on a Hot Tin Roof.
(d) Some Like It Hot.

3. What dance does Maharani Latika decide to teach the girls of her school?
(a) Kathak.
(b) Bollywood.
(c) The waltz.
(d) The foxtrot.

4. How does Lakshmi learn to show her love?
(a) Through healing.
(b) Through the giving of charity,
(c) Through her cooking.
(d) Through conversation.

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. What western actress does Kanta like and want to show Radha?

2. Why is it not surprising that Malik suggests a move-in ceremony?

3. What is the centuries-old tradition known as purdah?

4. What is Sheela Sharma’s very difficult demand, if she is to marry Ravi?

5. What is a chowkidar?

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