The White Tiger Quiz

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What is the source of the income for Mr. Ashok and his family, and why is this significant? (from Section 4)

The income comes from silver: because silver is pale, it evokes the Light vs. Darkness theme.

The income comes from diamonds: because diamonds are valuable, it evokes the theme of wealth vs. poverty.

The income comes from coal: because coal is black, it evokes the Light vs. Darkness theme.

The income comes from coal: because coal is black, it evokes the theme of freedom vs. servitude.

What moment earlier in the narrative is most closely echoed by Balram's putting on of the T-shirt, and why is it important? (from Section 11)

Balram's driving the Honda City into Laxmangarh: both moments represent his determination to achieve success and independence.

Balram's accepting the blame for Pinky Madam's hit and run: both moments indicate how successful he has become.

Balram's putting on the T-shirt and going into the mall: both moments represent his determination to achieve success and independence.

Balram's encounter with the blond prostitute: both moments indicate how successful he has become.

What is ironic about the costume Balram wears to help celebrate Pinky Madam's birthday? (from Section 6)

Because the costume is that of a prince, it ironically comments on Mr. Ashok's status as the son of a poor man.

Because the costume is that of a peasant, it ironically comments on the fact that Pinky Madam is only rich because she married a rich man.

Because the costume is that of a peasant, it ironically comments on Balram's status as a servant to a wealthy family.

Because the costume is that of a prince, it ironically comments on Balram's status as a servant.

Who is Mukesh Sir? (from Section 2)

Mr. Ashok's unsuccessful, demanding father.

Mr. Ashok's more successful, more demanding younger brother.

Mr. Ashok's more successful, more demanding older brother.

Mr. Ashok's unsuccessful, soft-hearted business partner.

What is the most likely reason that Balram tells Dharam to mail the letter after he (Balram) has left? (from Section 10)

He doesn't want to risk anyone who reads the letter trying to stop him.

He doesn't want to risk Mr. Ashok catching him with the letter.

He doesn't want to anger Kusum unnecessarily.

He's still not sure about killing Mr. Ashok.