A Passage to India
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Part 3, Chapter 35
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A Passage to India
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Introduction
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Plot Summary
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Summary & Analysis
Part 1, Chapter 1
Part 1, Chapter 2
Part 1, Chapter 3
Part 1, Chapter 4
Part 1, Chapter 5
Part 1, Chapter 6
Part 1, Chapter 7
Part 1, Chapter 8
Part 1, Chapter 9
Part 1, Chapter 10
Part 1, Chapter 11
Part 2, Chapter 12
Part 2, Chapter 13
Part 2, Chapter 14
Part 2, Chapter 15
Part 2, Chapter 16
Part 2, Chapter 17
Part 2, Chapter 18
Part 2, Chapter 19
Part 2, Chapter 20
Part 2, Chapter 21
Part 2, Chapter 22
Part 2, Chapter 23
Part 2, Chapter 24
Part 2, Chapter 25
Part 2, Chapter 26
Part 2, Chapter 27
Part 2, Chapter 28
Part 2, Chapter 29
Part 2, Chapter 30
Part 2, Chapter 31
Part 2, Chapter 32
Part 3, Chapter 33
Part 3, Chapter 34
Part 3, Chapter 35
Part 3, Chapter 36
Part 3, Chapter 37
Themes
All Themes
Colonialism
“Muddles” and Mysteries
Friendship
Division vs. Unity
Race and Culture
Quotes
Characters
All Characters
Dr. Aziz
Cyril Fielding
Adela Quested
Mrs. Moore
Ronny Heaslop
Miss Derek
Mr. McBryde
Symbols
All Symbols
The Marabar Caves
Wasps
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All Literary Devices
Allusions
Foil
Foreshadowing
Genre
Hyperbole
Idioms
Imagery
Irony
Metaphors
Mood
Motifs
Personification
Satire
Setting
Similes
Style
Tone
Verbal Irony
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What does Forster imply about Aziz's future through the metaphor of prisoners being freed?
1 of 7
Aziz will soon escape from the physical confines of Mau
Aziz is about to liberate the prisoners in Mau
Aziz will soon be free from the psychological impact of the Marabar incident
Aziz is preparing to turn against his Hindu counterparts in Mau
What does the rainy season symbolize in the novel?
2 of 7
The dominance of Hindu gods in the region
The hardships that the locals face due to flooding
The fluid nature of national identity
None of the above
What significant event occurs during the Hindu procession of the Chief God in the town?
3 of 7
The Chief God is paraded through town to mark the end of the rainy season
One prisoner is ceremonially freed during the Chief God's passage
Aziz is chosen as the honorary representative of the Chief God
The prisoners get an opportunity to participate in the religious festival
What reaction does Aziz have to his children's suggestion of throwing stones at the Englishmen?
4 of 7
He scolds them but feels secretly pleased at their suggestion
He remains indifferent and focuses on the shrine instead
He encourages them and is proud of their resistance to the English
None of the above
How does the sudden rainstorm contribute to the dynamics between Aziz and Fielding?
5 of 7
It enhances the emotional distance between the two men
It brings them closer by forcing them to seek shelter together
It triggers an argument between them regarding the unpredictable Indian weather
It interrupts Fielding's plans of visiting the shrine
What does the misunderstanding about Fielding's marital status suggest?
6 of 7
It highlights the lack of transparency between Aziz and Fielding
It illustrates how Mahmoud Ali and others have influenced Aziz's perceptions of the English
It implies that Aziz intentionally distorts facts to irritate Fielding
It signifies Fielding's unsuccessful attempts at integrating with the local culture
What effect does the mention of Mrs. Moore's name have on Aziz?
7 of 7
It fuels Aziz's anger towards the English
It increases Aziz's regret about his own mistake
It stirs feelings of affection and rekindles Aziz's spirits
It reminds Aziz of Fielding's perceived betrayal
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