Round 8: Tossup 13

In this novel, a woman walks away from a mangosteen tree her lover was under before muttering a word meaning “tomorrow.” In this novel, (15[1])“Anything can happen to anyone” and “It’s best to be prepared” are the “Two Thoughts” a boy has whilst stirring jam. A Rhodes scholar named Chacko in this novel takes ownership of (*) Paradise Pickles (10[1])and Preserves. During a performance of The Sound of Music, a character in this novel is assaulted by the Orangedrink Lemondrink (10[1])Man. “Love Laws” in this novel eventually lead to the death of Sophie Mol and Velutha. For 10 points, the twins Rahel and Estha begin a relationship in what novel by Arundhati Roy? ■END■

Back to tossups

Buzzes

Summary