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This test consists of 5 short answer questions and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the name of the river that plays such an integral part in the novel?

2. Who is pleased to know that Rahel still enjoys the kathakali?

3. What happens to the toys the children brought to the History House?

4. What does Rahel think the temple of Kochu Thomban smells like?

5. What does Velutha usually wear?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

The man with Ammu in the her dream leaves no footsteps in the sand and no ripples in the water. Who is the man? What does this mean in terms of the tragic events of the novel?

Essay Topic 2

Discuss how the theme that everything in life has its cost is shown throughout the novel.

Essay Topic 3

What is the symbolism of the river in the novel?

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