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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 4, Small Obstacles.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What occupation did Ishvar's father have while the family was living in the village?
(a) A farmer.
(b) A blacksmith.
(c) A butcher.
(d) A cobbler.

2. How does Ishvar claim his sterilization form was destroyed?
(a) In a fire.
(b) In an earthquake.
(c) In a tornado.
(d) In a flood.

3. What does Namaskaar lend Om and Ishvar to aid in their bathing?
(a) Towels.
(b) A brush.
(c) Soap.
(d) A bucket.

4. Who lines the street of the village as the train is passing?
(a) Children.
(b) Women.
(c) Students.
(d) Beggars.

5. What seems to be an epidemic in the setting of this novel?
(a) Greed.
(b) Disease.
(c) Poverty.
(d) Theft.

Short Answer Questions

1. What animal typical cheers Om up when he is feeling depressed?

2. Who is Ibrahim?

3. Who is Dina Dalal?

4. What type of job does Dina take on from Shirin Aunty?

5. What does Dina feel that she is always nagging the two tailors about?

(see the answer key)

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