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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. In "Miss Crane," why does the author mention The Bibighar Gardens?

2. Where does Sister Ludmilla remember traveling with her mother?

3. What is the defining feature of Bibighar Gardens?

4. What is Miss Crane said to have done to the men looting the town?

5. Sister Ludmilla says her mother always gave money to ____________.

Short Essay Questions

1. Why is Miss Crane in India?

2. In "MacGregor House," what does Daphne write to her aunt?

3. What does "The Jewel in the Crown" mean to Miss Crane?

4. What does Lady Chatterjee say happened when she visited with Miss Crane after she was released from the hospital?

5. In "MacGregor House," how is Daphne's relationship with Robert developed?

6. In "Miss Crane," what is revealed about Miss Crane's relationship with looters?

7. What does the author reveal about this novel in the first few paragraphs of "Miss Crane"?

8. In "MacGregor House," why do some people avoid Lady Chatterjee?

9. What does Sister Ludmilla say she did to protect Hari from the police?

10. How does Lady Chatterjee say she was treated when Daphne moved in with her?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

What is the symbolism found within the artwork and other decor in this novel? What purpose does this serve?

Essay Topic 2

Analyze the connection between belonging in society and physical space. Consider how characters feel in different locations as well as the search for physical and emotional space.

Essay Topic 3

What is the role of Parvati in this novel? Consider the sections where she appears along with how she is described.

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