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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 10-11.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Gogol tell the judge he's changing his name?
(a) He has always hated his name.
(b) He wants a more normal name.
(c) People can't pronounce his name.
(d) He doesn't like the writer he was named after.

2. Why is it important to Moushumi to know that she is still capable of living on her own?
(a) Because her mother still does not know how to drive.
(b) Because she's not completely comfortable in her marriage.
(c) Because being dependent makes her feel claustrophobic.
(d) Because she wants to be like other American women.

3. How does Gogol go about changing his school documents that were completed using the name Gogol?
(a) Methodically, one paper at a time but in no hurry.
(b) In stealth, not letting his classmates know about it.
(c) He almost boasts to everyone about his name change.
(d) Only when necessary because paperwork doesn't match.

4. What does Moushumi wear for her wedding?
(a) A dress chosen for her by her family as tradition decrees.
(b) She wears a suit because she must return to work shortly.
(c) A white flowing wedding dress.
(d) A traditional Indian sari.

5. When does the idea to change his name first occur to Gogol?
(a) When relatives in India tell him it's not an Indian name.
(b) When reading an issue of Readers Digest.
(c) When Sonia tells him people laugh behind his back.
(d) When school officials can't pronounce his given name.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Gogol decide to do a few weeks after moving away from his family and starting college?

2. What happens to Ashoke and Ashima within a decade of moving to America?

3. What unexpected effect does the wedding have on Gogol and Moushumi?

4. What kind of name does Ashoke consider Gogol to be when he chooses it for his son?

5. How does Gogol feel about his frequent visits to Maxine's home?

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