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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When Lakshmi first sees Samir Singh, how does she feel?
(a) She feels ill.
(b) She feels uncomfortable.
(c) Her world is suddenly lighter.
(d) She is frustrated.

2. What is the nickname that Malik calls Lakshmi?
(a) Boss-Lady.
(b) Maa-Boss.
(c) Mrs. Shastri.
(d) Auntie-Boss.

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

4. Why did the elder Mrs. Harris stay on in India after her husband died?
(a) She was too nervous to travel all the way back to Britain.
(b) She had fallen in love with the country and its people.
(c) Her daughter-in-law was pregnant, and she did not want to leave her alone.
(d) She could not live well in England on her deceased husband’s pension.

5. Samir convinces Gupta to pay Naraya to build toilets and says, "to a clerk a bribe; to a Brahmin" a what?
(a) Bride.
(b) Sin.
(c) Meal.
(d) Gift.

Short Answer Questions

1. What are those who spread false information called in the book?

2. Who encouraged and aided Lakshmi in her move to Jaipur?

3. In what city does the story begin?

4. Why was the touching of feet usually reserved for the lower caste?

5. What nickname does Kumar have for Samir?

Short Essay Questions

1. How is Lakshmi a fallen woman in the eyes of her ladies?

2. What happy news is received at the Singh’s party?

3. What deal does Parvati offer Lakshmi regarding the match between Ravi and Sheela?

4. What led Lakshmi’s and Radha’s father to alcoholism?

5. Who are the Singhs, both past and present?

6. What do Lakshmi’s sachets contain? How are they significant to the story?

7. Why does Lakshmi feel pressure regarding Kanta, as a client?

8. Why is the match between Sheela and Ravi so important to Lakshmi?

9. Why is wealth and gaining wealth so important to Lakshmi?

10. How did the end of the Singh’s party end in trouble for Lakshmi?

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