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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Five; Harischandra, Sibi.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Shiva's assistant curses Ravana and tells him that _______ will bring about his demise.
(a) A snake.
(b) Lightning.
(c) A monkey.
(d) A fire.

2. Lavana insists that ____________ leave to go make their own way.
(a) His eldest 2 sons.
(b) His eldest 3 sons.
(c) His youngest 3 sons.
(d) His youngest 2 sons.

3. Manmata is the god of ______________.
(a) Fear.
(b) Loyalty.
(c) Love.
(d) Luck.

4. What does the name Ravana translate to in English?
(a) Friend.
(b) Peace.
(c) Trust.
(d) Scream.

5. Kumbha claims that the curse put on him makes him turn into ___________ every night.
(a) A woman.
(b) A bat.
(c) A snake.
(d) A wolf.

Short Answer Questions

1. What extinguishes the fire which Harischandra and his wife attempt to kill themselves in?

2. Who is Rama's wife in Ravana?

3. What ruler of the gods does Mahisha taunt endlessly in Devi?

4. What is the name of the young male aspic Chudala disguises herself as to appear to her husband?

5. Who is R. K. Narayan's youngest brother?

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