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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 4-6.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How much is the opium worth that is stored in the warehouses at the factory?
(a) 8 million pounds sterling.
(b) 3 million pounds sterling.
(c) Several million pounds sterling.
(d) About 5 million pounds sterling.

2. In Chapter 3, how long has it been since Jodu has been to the harbor?
(a) 11 months.
(b) More than a year.
(c) About 6 months.
(d) 18 months.

3. Where are the girmitiyas being taken in Chapter 4?
(a) Bengal.
(b) Agra.
(c) Mareech.
(d) Delhi.

4. In Chapter 6, how much opium does Deeti allow her husband?
(a) A few mouthfuls.
(b) Some three times a day.
(c) One pipe.
(d) Some in the morning and evening.

5. On Mauritius what cargo is taken on board the Ibis?
(a) Ebony and hardwood.
(b) Opium.
(c) Cotton.
(d) Grain.

Short Answer Questions

1. How long has Elokshi, Neel's mistress been with him in Chapter 2?

2. In Chapter 3, what does Deeti compare Kalua's dwelling to?

3. In Chapter 2, who does Zachary remember being beaten in Baltimore that lead to his employment on a ship?

4. How old is Paulette in Chapter 6?

5. Which of Deeti's siblings died as children?

(see the answer key)

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