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Cry the Peacock Quiz : 20 MCQs

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By Girdhari Lal Suthar On 03/02/2025
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Cry the Peacock Quiz : Anita Desai’s Cry, the Peacock (1963) follows Maya, a sensitive woman trapped in an emotionally barren marriage. Raised in luxury by her overprotective father, she struggles to adjust to her husband, Gautama, a detached lawyer who values logic over love.

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Maya longs for affection, but Gautama’s indifference isolates her. Her fears intensify after an astrologer’s prophecy predicts death within four years of marriage. Haunted by this, she spirals into paranoia, hallucinations, and despair, believing Gautama is doomed.

Convinced she must act, Maya pushes Gautama off the parapeet, succumbing to insanity. The novel ends with her being taken away, a victim of loneliness, fear, and unfulfilled love. Anita Desai powerfully explores the fragility of the human mind when denied emotional warmth.

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Cry the Peacock Quiz

Welcome to  Cry the Peacock

1. Who is the protagonist of Cry, the Peacock?

2. What is the central theme of the novel?

3. What was Maya’s childhood prophecy about?

4. What is Gautama’s profession?

5. What kind of relationship does Maya share with her husband?

6. How does Maya perceive her husband?

7. What major event occurs towards the end of the novel?

8. How does Gautama die?

9. What does the peacock symbolize in the novel?

10. What narrative style does Cry, the Peacock use?

11. What is the significance of the novel’s title?

12. What does Maya's name symbolize in Hindu philosophy?

13. How does the novel portray masculinity?

14. The novel highlights the impact of:

15. Why does Maya ultimately kill Gautama?

16. What does the title Cry, the Peacock suggest metaphorically?

17. What does Maya do in a moment of frenzy?

18. What does Maya’s act suggest about her mental state?

19. Who is described as the patient of father fixation in 'Cry, The Peacock'?

20. What is the actual name of Anita Desai?

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Girdhari Lal Suthar

Girdhari Lal Suthar

Girdhari Lal Suthar is an experienced English teacher and education content creator in India, specialising in English Grammar and English Literature for competitive and academic exams. With over 8 years of teaching experience, he has guided aspirants preparing for RPSC, SSC, school teaching exams, and college-level English courses. He holds an M.A. in English Literature and is the founder of Gyankundli, an educational platform that offers clear explanations, exam-oriented notes, MCQs, quizzes, and literary analysis in simple Indian English. His content is designed to help students and teachers master grammar rules, literary concepts, and exam strategies with ease.

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