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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 2, Chapters 24 and 25.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When her parents restrict her freedom, what is Ira's reaction?
(a) She understands, but refuses to listen.
(b) She complains to her parents, but stays near the hut.
(c) She is confused, but doesn't complain.
(d) She sneaks into the village when her parents are in the fields.

2. After learning that Nathan killed a cobra, Kali disagrees with his action. Why?
(a) Cobras are good luck.
(b) Kali belives that killed cobras are reincarnated as evil people.
(c) Kali believes that cobras are sacred.
(d) Cobras are territorial and now many more will come to the garden.

3. What fruit does Rukmani first grow that earns Nathan's praise?
(a) A kiwi.
(b) A mango.
(c) A pumpkin.
(d) An orange.

4. While the local shops struggle, one business flourishes. Which business is doing just fine?
(a) The tannery.
(b) The inn.
(c) The hospital.
(d) The tavern.

5. Which of Rukmani's sons marries of his own accord?
(a) Thambi.
(b) Arjun.
(c) Murugan.
(d) Kuti.

Short Answer Questions

1. How old is Rukmani when she marries Nathan?

2. How long is Rukmani in the Nathan's village before finally meeting some of the other women?

3. Which of Rukmani's children is the most stubborn?

4. At the beginning of Chapter 11, why does Nathan leave the village?

5. After the villagers watch the construction workers for a while, what does the overseer do?

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