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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Where did Shukumar grow up?
(a) Boston.
(b) New Hampshire.
(c) Rhode Island.
(d) India.

2. Mr. Kapasi thinks the Das couple acts like what?
(a) Siblings.
(b) Lovers.
(c) Children.
(d) Indians.

3. What does Mr. Pirzada do each time he enters the home of Lilia's family?
(a) Bows to Lilia's father.
(b) Says a prayer.
(c) Removes his shoes.
(d) Offers a bottle of wine.

4. How does Mrs. Das comfort Bobby after the monkey attack?
(a) Brushes his hair.
(b) Hugs him.
(c) Promises to protect him always.
(d) Soothing words.

5. What is the final secret Shukumar reveals to Shoba?
(a) The sex of their baby.
(b) He was unfaithful.
(c) He wants to move out.
(d) He cheated on a exam.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Ronny Das want to give the goat he sees from the car window in "Interpreter of Maladies?"

2. What is Lilia's father's occupation?

3. How old is Shukumar?

4. What is the date when Shoba checks the wall calendar, the day they get the electricity shut-off notice?

5. Mr. Pirzada's daughters' names all start with what letter?

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