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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 1, Chapters 10 - 11.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who often give Uma something to add to her collection?
(a) Sister Peacock.
(b) Mrs. O'Henry.
(c) Mira-Masi.
(d) Arun sends things from the United States.

2. What disappoints Papa about Arun as Arun gets older?
(a) Arun is interested in law.
(b) Arun believes females are the equal of males.
(c) Arun will not eat meat.
(d) Arun does not view his father as infallible.

3. How does Uma's mama respond to Uma's return?
(a) Mama's feelings are hurt.
(b) Mama is very angry.
(c) Mama is worried about Uma's state of mind
(d) Mama is very understanding.

4. How does Uma get home from her trip she sneaks off to make?
(a) Her best friend's brother.
(b) The school van.
(c) The proprietor of the shop she wants a job at takes her.
(d) Her father comes to get her.

5. Why do Mama and Papa travel to the city after reading the newspaper?
(a) To check out a possible suitor for Uma.
(b) To invest their money.
(c) To check out a possible suitor for Aruna.
(d) To see a medical specialist.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where does Aruna go to live in Chapter 9?

2. How do the other guests act about the food Mrs. O'Henry serves?

3. What does Mama tell Uma she must say to a man who comes to see her?

4. What happens to the dowry Papa gives a suitor for Uma?

5. Where does Uma go after making her phone call in Chapter 9?

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