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This test consists of 5 short answer questions and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. What Prime Minister is assassinated at a public meeting in Part 15?

2. Who is subtly urged to withdraw his candidacy for head reader at the university in Part 18?

3. Who is Tasneem's father?

4. Who gives Varun courage as he goes to the interview for a government job in Part 19?

5. Who is discovered to have also been frequenting the house of Saeeda Bai in Part 11?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Describe and discuss the qualities Mrs. Rupa Mehra seeks in a husband for her daughter. Is romantic love a consideration? What are the most important qualities she seeks?

Essay Topic 2

Describe the relationship between Saeeda Bai and Maan Kapoor. How does Saeeda Bai feel about Maan? What limitations does she face in her relationships? How does Maan Kapoor's family react to the situation? What does Maan's mother tell him?

Essay Topic 3

Describe the tanning pits from Part 4. Who takes Haresh there? Why? How are they described?

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