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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 1, Chapters 5, 6 and 7.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why do Rukmani's parents arrange her marriage to Nathan?
(a) Nathan lives in the same town.
(b) Rukmani is in love with Nathan.
(c) Nathan requires no dowry.
(d) Nathan is a member of the ruling class.

2. As the waters rise from the monsoon rains, what does Nathan admit to his family?
(a) The large amounts of rain will ensure a great crop.
(b) The hut will not survive until monsoon season ends.
(c) The new crops were not planted before the rains came.
(d) There will not be enough to eat for the coming year.

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

4. When Rukmani complains to the other women about the village's expansion and its resulting noise, Kunthi insults her. What does Kunthi call Rukmani?
(a) An ignorant woman.
(b) A village girl.
(c) A backward child.
(d) A scared little girl.

5. What is the roof on Nathan's hut made from?
(a) Bamboo shoots.
(b) Dried wheat shafts.
(c) Rice leaves.
(d) Coconut fronds.

Short Answer Questions

1. After the monsoon, what does the family gather when they drain the rice terraces?

2. At the beginning of Chapter 4, what news does Arjun bring to the family?

3. How does Old Granny make her living?

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

5. Even though Rukmani has to sell her vegetables in the village, the family is still grateful. Why?

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