The White Tiger Quiz

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What is the most likely reason that Balram almost confesses his plans to Mr. Ashok? (from Section 9)

The vision of his dead family has frightened him.

The poem has triggered his conscience.

Mr. Ashok's interest in learning more about his life has changed Balram's feelings towards him.

The vision of Mr. Ashok's dead family has frightened him.

Why / how is it significant that Mr. Ashok comes from the same community as Balram? (from Section 3)

It makes Balram embarrassed: the fights between Mr. Ashok and Pinky Madam shame him before his family.

It provides Balram with inspiration: if Mr. Ashok can become successful, so can he.

It sends Balram into despair: there's no way he can ever be as successful as Mr. Ashok.

It provides Balram with money: he gets paid extra for trips into small, poor towns.

Given what has gone before, what is Mr. Ashok likely to do with the money he collects in the red canvas bag? (from Section 11)

Buy a plane ticket and travel to visit Pinky Madam.

Offer a bribe to someone.

Pay off Mukesh Sir's debts.

Purchase a new car.

What is the primary implication of Balram being given the nickname "White Tiger"? (from Section 1)

That like the white tiger, Balram is rare and special.

That like the white tiger, Balram is in danger of becoming extinct.

That like the white tiger, Balram is an object of ridicule.

That like the white tiger, Balram is a hunter and predator.

What aspect of the book's thematic consideration of freedom vs. servitude is evoked by the image on the poster in Section 10? (from Section 10)

The hands breaking free of the shackles suggests the time is coming for India to break free of its servitude to the world.

The hands breaking free of the shackles suggests the time is coming for everyone in India to break the shackles of religion.

The hands breaking free of the shackles suggests the time is coming for servants to break free of their masters.

The hands breaking free of the shackles suggests the time is coming for the wealthy to break free of capitalism.