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An Autobiography: The Story of My Experiments with Truth Test | Mid-Book Test - Easy

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This test consists of 15 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who helps Gandhi acclimate to South Africa?
(a) Abdulla Sheth.
(b) Dr. Mehta.
(c) Mr. Johnston.
(d) Mr. Banker.

2. In Gandhi's opinion, what subject should be taught in school?
(a) Religion.
(b) Nutrition.
(c) Personal hygiene.
(d) Agriculture.

3. How do the Indians volunteer their services during the Boer War?
(a) As foot soldiers.
(b) As cooks.
(c) As ambulance attendants.
(d) As interpreters.

4. How does Gandhi spend his time in Bengal?
(a) Performing rituals.
(b) Making contacts and meeting people.
(c) Speaking at public meetings.
(d) Writing pamphlets.

5. In what field does Gandhi's father work?
(a) In manufacturing.
(b) In education.
(c) In law.
(d) In public service.

6. What is the next issue the Indian Congress takes on after the Franchise Bill?
(a) A tax on indentured servants.
(b) Indians not being able to ride in the first-class section on trains.
(c) A bill that if passed, would have Indians paying higher taxes on food.
(d) The sanitary conditions in the Indian District in Johannesburg.

7. What is the reaction from the whites in South Africa about Gandhi's return?
(a) The crowds line the streets cheering.
(b) They are indifferent.
(c) There is a great deal of opposition.
(d) They shun Gandhi.

8. What is the nature of the two bills passed in the legislature upon Gandhi's return?
(a) To restrict the import of Indian goods; to restrict the travel of Indians in South Africa.
(b) To place a tax on Indians; to restrict Indian goods and services.
(c) To create difficulties for Indian traders; to curb Indian immigration.
(d) To place a curfew on Indians; to prohibit a group of more than twelve Indians to congregate.

9. What does Gandhi receive from South Africa after his family moves for better ventilation?
(a) A post card.
(b) A cable requesting his return.
(c) A gift.
(d) An offer from his former law firm.

10. How does Gandhi assist Narayan Hemchandra?
(a) He cooks vegetarian meals for him.
(b) He helps Hemchandra sell his books.
(c) He introduces Hemchandra to helpful people.
(d) He teaches him English and serves as a translator.

11. What dietary advice written in a pamphlet does Gandhi later recant?
(a) That children should not eat wheat products until they are five years old.
(b) That people should eat the entire fruit, not just the juice.
(c) That no milk is needed beyond a mother's milk.
(d) That vegetables are for animals.

12. What is the situation like at Gandhi's house in Natal?
(a) The Indian Congress is using his home as their unofficial office.
(b) His home is sparsely furnished and decorated because he is very frugal.
(c) Gandhi has animals like chickens and goats inside his house.
(d) Servants are maligning each other in order to curry favor with Gandhi.

13. What is Gandhi told when he wants the Congress in Calcutta to pass his resolution?
(a) That the resolution will be the foundation for lasting change.
(b) That there will not be enough votes to get it passed.
(c) That it is for naught, because they have no rights in their country.
(d) That the resolution will be symbolic.

14. What does Gandhi attribute to the underlying cause of their argument?
(a) Not enough food.
(b) Lack of sleep.
(c) Kasturbai's disagreeable nature.
(d) Lust.

15. How are the Indian quarters in Johannesburg referred to?
(a) As the slave quarters.
(b) As the Banana Belt.
(c) As Plague City.
(d) As coolie locations.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Gandhi do after there is a plague outbreak in Bombay?

2. Why does Gandhi stay in the Transvaal?

3. What is Mr. Chamberlain's attitude toward the Indian delegation in South Africa?

4. Which item is NOT a result of Gandhi's high school friend's influence?

5. What is Gandhi instructed to do before he gives a speech in Bombay?

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