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

Short Answer Questions

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

2. Who is performing in the play with Lata in Part 15?

3. Who is Tasneem's father?

4. Malati urges Lata to audition for a part in what play in Part 12?

5. What musical lament for Islamic martyrs does Firoz plan to go to in Part 15?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Describe the relationship between Nawab Sahib and Mahesh Kapoor in the narrative. How are their differences overlooked? How does their friendship become strained?

Essay Topic 2

Describe Lata's night out with her in-laws in Part 7. How is the social life of Lata and the other young people depicted at the cocktail party and the disco? How does this juxtapose against Mrs. Rupa Mehra's traditional views?

Essay Topic 3

Describe the Bihar Zamindari Act and its impact on the people of India. How does this legislation affect each of the characters in A Suitable Boy?

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