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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 2, Chapters 18 - 21.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who does Uma call when her parents are out in Chapter 9?
(a) Aruna.
(b) Mira-Masi.
(c) Arun.
(d) Mrs. O'Henry.

2. How does Arun feel when he goes with Mrs. Patton to the grocery store?
(a) Uncomfortable.
(b) Awe and disgust.
(c) Irritated that she drags him along.
(d) Intimidated by all of the choices.

3. What is the result of Arun's cooking venture?
(a) The entire family wants to become vegetarian.
(b) Mrs. Patton is amused.
(c) The food is not good.
(d) Arun is embarrassed.

4. What does Uma do after she reaches her breaking point in Chapter 12?
(a) Calls her sister in Bombay.
(b) Goes to her room and reads.
(c) Has a fit on the floor.
(d) Tells her parents she is going to see Arun in the United States.

5. What do most people say when Mama approaches them about marriage for Uma?
(a) They want someone with more dowry.
(b) They are looking for someone younger or more beautiful.
(c) They want someone who is more educated.
(d) They would take Aruna by not Uma.

Short Answer Questions

1. What do Anamika's neighbors say is the cause of Anamika's death?

2. What disappoints Papa about Arun as Arun gets older?

3. Why is Papa so angry when the arranged marriage for Uma falls through?

4. What does Papa do every day after work?

5. Why are Mama and Papa angry when Uma returns home after dinner out with a relative?

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