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Midnight's Children by Salman Rushdie is a novel that explores the history of India through the eyes of Saleem Sinai, a boy born at the stroke of midnight on August 15, 1947, the same moment India gained independence from British rule.
The novel is a complex and magical tale that weaves together themes of identity, history, and politics. This quiz will test your knowledge of the characters, plot, and themes of Midnight's Children.
What is the name of the protagonist in Midnight's Children?
Saleem Sinai
Shiva
Aadam Aziz
Naseem Ghani
Which historical event serves as the backdrop for Midnight's Children?
The Indian Rebellion of 1857
The Partition of India in 1947
The Indian Independence Movement
The Indo-Pakistani War of 1971
What is the significance of the date August 15, 1947 in Midnight's Children?
It is the day India gained independence from British rule b)
It is the day Saleem Sinai was born
It is the day Saleem Sinai's parents got married
It is the day Saleem Sinai's grandfather died
Which character in Midnight's Children has the ability to communicate with animals?
Saleem Sinai
Shiva
Padma
Picture Singh
What is the significance of the midnight hour in Midnight's Children?
It is the time when Saleem Sinai was born
It is the time when India gained independence
It is the time when Saleem Sinai's parents got married
It is the time when Saleem Sinai's grandfather died
Which character in Midnight's Children is a famous Bollywood actress?
Padma
Amina Sinai
Jamila Singer
Mary Pereira
What is the name of the city where most of Midnight's Children takes place?
Mumbai
Delhi
Karachi
Lahore
Which character in Midnight's Children is responsible for the death of Saleem Sinai's father?
Shiva
Aadam Aziz
General Zulfikar
Nadir Khan
What is the name of the organization that Saleem Sinai joins in Midnight's Children?
The Midnight Children's Club
The Indian National Congress
The Communist Party of India
The Indian Army
Which character in Midnight's Children is a famous politician?
Saleem Sinai
Shiva
Indira Gandhi
Mary Pereira
What is the name of the woman who Saleem Sinai falls in love with in Midnight's Children?
Padma
Amina Sinai
Jamila Singer
Parvati-the-witch
Which character in Midnight's Children is responsible for the assassination of Indira Gandhi?
Saleem Sinai
Shiva
Mary Pereira
Picture Singh
What is the significance of the title Midnight's Children?
It refers to the children born at the stroke of midnight on August 15, 1947
It refers to the children who were orphaned during the Partition of India
It refers to the children who were born to British parents in India
It refers to the children who were born to wealthy families in India
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