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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part II (Pages 65 - 127).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who is Bahadur's Papa?
(a) Varun.
(b) The Pradhan.
(c) Drunkard Laloo.
(d) Quarter.

2. What does Jai appreciate about the way Runu-Didi is at school with him?
(a) She pretends she does not know him.
(b) She intercedes with teachers on his behalf.
(c) She looks out for him.
(d) She buys his lunch for him.

3. Where does Bahadur's brother say Bahadur liked to go after school?
(a) The video game arcade.
(b) Bhoot Bazar.
(c) The tea shop.
(d) The running field.

4. Why does Jai tell policemen he is out of school in Part I?
(a) Because he has digestive problems.
(b) Because he works.
(c) Because he was kicked out.
(d) Because he needs to help his Ma.

5. What did Jai's Ma trade Runu's gold-plated medal for running for?
(a) A nice restaurant meal out.
(b) A new water heater.
(c) A two-liter bottle of sunflower oil.
(d) A five-pound bag of rice.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is an object of power and fascination in the basti?

2. Who is the second child to disappear, in Part II?

3. Where does Bahadur's brother tell Jai and the others he used to talk about running away to?

4. Who is Fatima's pet?

5. What explanation do Bahadur's siblings give for the bruises he used to have?

(see the answer key)

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