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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Three; Ravana, Valmiki, Draupadi.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What great sage is master of the Sanjivini mantra in Yayati?
(a) Kacha.
(b) Brihaspati.
(c) Sukracharya.
(d) Devayani.

2. What word refers to pleasure and enjoyment in Sanskrit?
(a) Bhoga.
(b) Naama.
(c) Krodha.
(d) Kuzala.

3. What word refers to anger in Sanskrit?
(a) Krodha.
(b) Kuryaat.
(c) Karaalin.
(d) Kukkura.

4. What form does Mahisha take to meet the goddess Devi?
(a) Human.
(b) Snake.
(c) God.
(d) Demon.

5. What does Brahma grant to Ravana for his penance?
(a) Great wealth.
(b) Three wishes.
(c) Indestructibilty.
(d) Infinite knowledge.

Short Answer Questions

1. In the story Devi, Mahisha claims that no woman has weapons other than ______________.

2. Which of Rama's brothers does Viswamitra invite to accompany him to help protect sacrifices that are being meddled with by demons?

3. What step-brother of Ravana's is a man of great respectability because of his tapas?

4. Who gave Ravana his name?

5. What does Lavana find himself alone with, which he cannot chase or tame in Lavana?

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