1. As a child, what did Gandhi hide from his elders as much as possible?
(a) His devious and sneaky behavior.
(b) His rude and annoying remarks.
(c) His shy and obedient personality.
(d) His rebellious and independent streak.

2. As a young boy, did Gandhi show proclivity towards school work?
(a) Some.
(b) No.
(c) Sometimes.
(d) Yes.

3. When Gandhi returned to India, what did he learn?
(a) His wife is missing.
(b) His brother is missing.
(c) His father died.
(d) His mother died.

4. Why did Gandhi's family not tell him of this tragic news?
(a) They were afraid to tell him.
(b) They forgot to tell him.
(c) They knew he would be very upset.
(d) They did not know details of the event.

5. He traveled to what city where he enrolled in a three-year course of study?
(a) London, England.
(b) Dublin, Ireland.
(c) Liverpool, England.
(d) Paris, France.

Short Answer Questions

1. A short time after the incident on the train, Gandhi gave his first major speech at a meeting of the Indians of Pretoria. What was the subject of the meeting?

2. Gandhi's philosophy was that for Indians to be treated fairly, they needed to do what?

3. Those who adore Gandhi feel that his death leaves ___________ of mankind without a spokesman.

4. What happened January 30, 1948?

5. Gandhi secretly ate meat for what reason?

(see the answer key)

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