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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Section 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who is the primary driver when Balram begins working for the Stork's family?
(a) Mukesh Sir.
(b) Ram Persad.
(c) Kishan.
(d) Wen Jiabao.

2. What is the name of Mr. Ashok's ex-wife that is described in "The First Night"?
(a) Anastasia.
(b) Uma.
(c) Pinky Madam.
(d) Kusum.

3. How large does Balram describe his office as being in "The First Night"?
(a) 100 square feet.
(b) 150 square feet.
(c) 300 square feet.
(d) 50 square feet.

4. What is the name of the Stork's elder son?
(a) Tang Shaoyi.
(b) Kishan.
(c) Mukesh Sir.
(d) Mr. Ashok.

5. What disease does Balram's father die from?
(a) AIDS.
(b) Prostate cancer.
(c) Malaria.
(d) Tuberculosis.

Short Answer Questions

1. What number does Balram describe as one that Muslims think is a magic number that represents their god in "The First Night"?

2. What was Balram's father's profession?

3. Who are the three "greatest poets" described by Balram in "The First Night"?

4. What is the name of the Premier to whom the letter is addressed in "The First Night"?

5. Where do Balram, Kishan, and Dilip find work when they first arrive in Dhanbad?

(see the answer key)

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