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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part Four: Chapter Eighteen - Epilogue.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What do the two bamboo poles and the string of mango leaf garland symbolize?
(a) Trust in the gods.
(b) Security.
(c) Fertility.
(d) Hope.

2. As Lakshmi finds out the hard way, success is fluid and what else?
(a) Permanent.
(b) Ceaseless.
(c) Enduring.
(d) Ephemeral.

3. Who is the first character the reader meets?
(a) Lakshmi.
(b) Hari.
(c) Radha.
(d) Malik.

4. Why does Kumar believe the local remedies have a place in modern medicine?
(a) If their homemade poultices and potions did not work, they would not still be using them.
(b) The homemade poultices and potions are revolutionary.
(c) The homemade poultices and potions are safer for the environment.
(d) The homemade poultices and potions are always more effective than Western medicine.

5. Henna appointments usually fell off in what months?
(a) June and July.
(b) January and February.
(c) May and June.
(d) July and August.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the name for an Englishman or woman in Hindi?

2. When Parvati arrives at Lakshmi's home, what does Malik politely demand of her?

3. August 15 is what special day?

4. Why does Lakshmi go to Samir for a loan?

5. What is NOT a reason that Lakshmi gives for looking forward to working in Shimla?

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