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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Two; Devi, Viswamitra, Manmata.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How many arms does the goddess Devi have?
(a) 6.
(b) 2.
(c) 12.
(d) 18.

2. What Sanskrit word refers to a "seer" to whom the Vedas were "originally revealed" through states of higher consciousness?
(a) Ekaakii.
(b) Etaavaan.
(c) Aagatavaan.
(d) Rishi.

3. What is the Storyteller also known as?
(a) The Philanthropist.
(b) The Pandit.
(c) The Pugilist.
(d) The Pundit.

4. The Sanjivini mantra is an incantation that can _____________.
(a) Bring the dead back to life.
(b) Ensure bountiful crops.
(c) Make it rain.
(d) Heal the sick.

5. Vasishta explains to the king that his strength comes from where in Viswamitra?
(a) His training.
(b) His spirit.
(c) His food.
(d) Inside himself.

Short Answer Questions

1. Manmata asks Brahma if he may test his strength by sending out his __________.

2. What does the goddess Devi wear?

3. Who is referred to as the Ultimate God in Viswamitra?

4. Who is the presiding god of wisdom and acumen in Yayati?

5. Whose ambition it is to enter heaven in his earthly form in Viswamitra?

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