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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through "Interpreter of Maladies".

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How long has Shukumar been in graduate school?
(a) Four years.
(b) Seven years.
(c) Two years.
(d) Six years.

2. What is the date when Shoba checks the wall calendar, the day they get the electricity shut-off notice?
(a) May 29.
(b) June 29.
(c) March 19.
(d) April 19.

3. Where did Shoba and Shukumar meet?
(a) Poetry recital.
(b) Hotel bar.
(c) Portuguese resturant.
(d) Book Store.

4. Lilia treats the little candies Mr. Pirzada brings her like what?
(a) Weapons.
(b) Jewels.
(c) Threats.
(d) Pets.

5. Lilia is unaware of national distinctions until she asks her father about setting a ________ for the Indian man.
(a) Spoon.
(b) Plate.
(c) Fork.
(d) Glass.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Mrs. Das complain about as they drive around India?

2. Mr. Kapasi thinks the Das couple acts like what?

3. Shoba and Shukumar are married young Indians living in what city?

4. Lilia recalls events that occur in the fall of what year?

5. What does Lilia tell Dora about Mr. Pirzada's daughters?

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