The Slumdog Millionaire Quiz - Have You Read The Novel?

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1. Who taught Ram to speak English?

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Father Timothy is the correct answer because it is stated that he taught Ram to speak English.

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'Slumdog Millionaire' or Q & A was published in 2005 and is the first novel of Indian diplomat Vikas Swarup. It tells the rags to riches story of... see moreRam Mohammad Thomas, a young waiter who becomes the biggest quiz show winner in history, only to be arrested and jailed on accusations that he cheated.
Having read the novel 'Slumdog Millionaire' you will find it easy to answer the following 10 questions on its content. see less

2. Who is Salim?

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Salim is Ram's friend because the question asks for Salim's relationship with Ram. The options given are Ram's brother, Ram's friend, and Ram's uncle. Since the question does not provide any additional information, we can infer that Salim is not related to Ram as a brother or uncle. Therefore, the correct answer is Ram's friend.

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3. What happened to the children at Maman's juvenile home?

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The correct answer suggests that the children at Maman's juvenile home were mistreated and maimed. This implies that they were subjected to physical abuse and harm, indicating a negative and harmful environment for the children.

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4. Where did Ram fall in love with his future wife?

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Ram fell in love with his future wife in the brothel. This suggests that their love story may have had unconventional beginnings and challenges to overcome. It also implies that their relationship may have been frowned upon or faced societal judgment. The brothel setting adds an element of intrigue and complexity to their love story.

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5. In the story 'flashing red lights' are mentioned repeatedly. They refer to

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In the given story, the phrase "flashing red lights" is mentioned repeatedly. This phrase typically refers to the lights on a police car. This can be inferred from the context of the story, as flashing red lights are often associated with emergency vehicles like police cars. Therefore, the correct answer is lights of a police car.

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6. What two religions are represented by the main character's first names?

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The main character's first names suggest that they have names from both Hindu and Muslim religions. This indicates that the character may come from a family or background that practices both religions or has a multicultural heritage.

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7. What is a chawl?

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A chawl is a type of housing in India that is known for being inexpensive and typically consists of small rooms or apartments. It is a form of tenement housing that is often overcrowded and shared by multiple families or individuals. Chawls are commonly found in urban areas and are a result of the high demand for affordable housing in densely populated cities.

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8. What animal was Pluto?

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9. How did Ram make a living while staying in Arag?

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Ram made a living while staying in Arag by working as a tour guide. This means that he provided services to tourists by showing them around the area, explaining the history and significance of different places, and ensuring their overall experience was enjoyable and informative. As a tour guide, Ram would have utilized his knowledge and communication skills to provide a valuable service to tourists visiting Arag.

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10. Why did Ram join the quiz show?

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Ram joined the quiz show to take revenge. This suggests that Ram has a personal vendetta against someone or something, and he sees participating in the quiz show as an opportunity to achieve his revenge. It is not clear who or what Ram wants revenge against, but his motivation for joining the show is driven by this desire for vengeance.

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Who taught Ram to speak English?
Who is Salim?
What happened to the children at Maman's juvenile home?
Where did Ram fall in love with his future wife?
In the story 'flashing red lights' are mentioned repeatedly....
What two religions are represented by the main character's...
What is a chawl?
What animal was Pluto?
How did Ram make a living while staying in Arag?
Why did Ram join the quiz show?
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