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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. How long after the rape does "An Evening at the Club" take place?

2. How are the Indians who go to Gymkhana Club described?

3. Why is Mr. Srinivasan described as being a non-military Indian?

4. In "Young Kumar," how does Colin feel about joining the army?

5. How does Hari know Colin Lindsey?

Short Essay Questions

1. After Hari leaves England, what happens to his friendship with Colin?

2. In "Civil and Military," how do Kumar's friends react after he is arrested?

3. What is the history of the Gymkhana Club?

4. In "Young Kumar," why does Hari return to India?

5. On the night of Daphne's rape, what does Merrick tell Reid about the events?

6. What happens when Lady Chatterjee and Mr. Srinivasan first arrive at the club in "An Evening at the Club"?

7. How does Hari end up living in England as a child?

8. What is the first story Mr. Srinivasan tells the visitor in "An Evening at the Club"?

9. In "Civil and Military," how does Reid explain the role of the military in breaking up mobs?

10. How does Robin White feel about Vidyasagar's statement about Daphne's rape?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Examine the relationship between Britain and India in this text. What does the author reveal about the two societies and humanity, in general, with this relationship?

Essay Topic 2

Analyze the narrative style of this novel. What is the effect of having so many voices intertwined? Consider the use of the letters and interview sessions.

Essay Topic 3

What motivates the people behind Hari's arrest to frame and arrest him? How do these motivating factors compare to what motivates the characters who support Hari?

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