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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book 2, Chapter 10.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What was wrong with Mahesh's engraving machine that makes signs?
(a) The machine was too complicated for him to operate.
(b) He could not get the raw materials to make the signs.
(c) No one needed signs.
(d) It was impossible to assemble.

2. At the steamer, what does Salim notice about Ferdinand?
(a) That he has grown dangerously thin.
(b) That he is comfortable wherever he is.
(c) That he cannot do things for himself.
(d) That he is too shy to ask questions.

3. What is the clear difference between Salim and Father Huismans, aside from religion?
(a) Father Huismans is an optimist but Salim is pessimistic.
(b) Salim knows business but the Father cannot administer the school
(c) Father Huismans is young but Salim is old
(d) Salim likes women but Huismans prefers boys

4. How does Mahesh finally make it big?
(a) He finds a gold mine.
(b) He takes over the lycee after Father Huismans' death.
(c) He opens a Bigburger franchise.
(d) He starts a pawn shop.

5. How long had two slave families been with Salim's family?
(a) Over one hundred years
(b) From the time Salim was born
(c) Three generations
(d) Five years

Short Answer Questions

1. Who does Salim go to see at the lycee?

2. Where does Father Huismans keep his collection of African artifacts?

3. What happens to change the relationship between Salim and Metty?

4. Why do people like to go to the Bigburger?

5. What confidence does Indar impart to Salim?

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