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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 2, Chapters 26-29.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Gandhi think about his abilities to practice law after passing the bar exams?
(a) He thinks he has the persuasive abilities to win trials.
(b) He thinks he does not have any practical experience.
(c) He thinks his aptitude is stronger in medicine and does not think he will be successful.
(d) He thinks that his discipline and practices will help him succeed.

2. Who suggests that Gandhi study law in England?
(a) Mr. Lely.
(b) Mavji Dave (Joshiji).
(c) Kasturbai.
(d) Gandhi's older brother.

3. Which two events happen while Gandhi is in high school?
(a) Gandhi's father has malaria; Kasturbai breaks her arm.
(b) Gandhi's father dies; Kasturbai is pregnant with their first child.
(c) Gandhi's friend is arrested; Gandhi's mother dies.
(d) Gandhi's brother drops out of school; Gandhi's mother breaks her hip.

4. Who does Gandhi encounter after he misses his train in Allahabad?
(a) A newspaper editor, Mr. Chesney, Jr.
(b) A barrister, Mr. Cyrus.
(c) A businessman, Mr. Brooks.
(d) A political agent, Mr. Keith.

5. What is Gandhi advised to do by a member of the High Court?
(a) To stay in India to help with self government.
(b) To support the British monarchy.
(c) To take a position on the court.
(d) To recruit others to spread his message about the conditions in South Africa.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the next issue the Indian Congress takes on after the Franchise Bill?

2. What advice does Gandhi give to Indian merchants in South Africa?

3. What does Gandhi promise his mother before he departs for England?

4. What do the stagecoach passengers tell the stagecoach staff, in regards to Gandhi, on the trip from Charlestown to Johannesburg?

5. What is Gandhi trying to persuade barristers to do while in Bombay?

(see the answer key)

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