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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 1, Chapter 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Rukmani and two other women take turns helping Kunthi. Why?
(a) Kunthi is quite ill.
(b) Kunthi refuses to care for her children.
(c) Kunthi is near the end of her pregnancy and unable to do anything for herself.
(d) Kunthi is lame and cannot walk.

2. How does Nathan characterize Rukmani?
(a) Tired.
(b) Ignorant.
(c) Lazy.
(d) Clever.

3. Why do the village women think Kunthi is quieter and more reserved than the rest of the women?
(a) Kunthi misses her family.
(b) Kunthi married beneath her.
(c) Kunthi is ashamed of her husband.
(d) Kunthi doesn't approve of the other women.

4. Which one of the villagers is scornful of Rukmani's writing skills?
(a) Janaki.
(b) Kunthi.
(c) Kali.
(d) Biswas.

5. What nickname does Nathan call Rukmani?
(a) Dear one.
(b) Ruku.
(c) Mani.
(d) Wife.

Short Answer Questions

1. When Rukmani becomes sick as she leaves her parents' home, what is her new husband's reaction?

2. Where is Rukmani when she meets the other women?

3. How does Rukmani address Nathan?

4. Why is Rukmani's mother upset with the choice of Nathan as Rukmani's husband?

5. How many older sisters does Rukmani have?

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