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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What attracts the monkeys to Bobby Das?
(a) Mrs. Das spilled soda.
(b) Mrs. Das spilled puffed rice.
(c) Bobby's stick.
(d) Bobby's gum.

2. Shoba thought the poem Shukumar published was what?
(a) Sensational.
(b) Sensitive.
(c) Silly.
(d) Sentimental.

3. What does Mr. Pirzada give Lilia for Halloween?
(a) A pumpkin.
(b) A purple lollipop.
(c) Mints.
(d) A flashlight.

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

5. How old is Lilia during the events of her story?
(a) Nine years old.
(b) Thirteen years old.
(c) Ten years old.
(d) Twelve years old.

Short Answer Questions

1. What event had Shoba already planned for their baby?

2. How does Mrs. Das comfort Bobby after the monkey attack?

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

4. Where is the Das family from?

5. How old is Shukumar?

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