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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through "When Mr. Pirzada Came to Dine".

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How old is Shoba?
(a) 25.
(b) 33.
(c) 35.
(d) 28.

2. What is the name of Shoba and Shukumar's neighbors?
(a) Morris.
(b) Bradford.
(c) Das.
(d) Bentley.

3. Mr. Pirzada sends Lilia's family a card for what occasion?
(a) Muslim New Year.
(b) Christmas.
(c) Halloween.
(d) Hindu New Year.

4. What month does Shoba's mother come for a visit?
(a) October.
(b) November.
(c) September.
(d) December.

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

Short Answer Questions

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

2. What game do Mr. Pirzada and Lilia's parents play each night?

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

4. Lilia is unaware of national distinctions until she asks her father about setting a ________ for the Indian man.

5. What is the subject of Shukumar's dissertation?

(see the answer key)

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