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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Four; Nala, Savitri, The Mispaired Anklet, Shakuntala.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What half-human, half-cow does Vasishta reveal in Viswamitra?
(a) Iswara.
(b) Sabala.
(c) Shiva.
(d) Chudala.

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

3. What does Lavana find himself alone with, which he cannot chase or tame in Lavana?
(a) A black horse.
(b) A black dog.
(c) A wolf.
(d) A gray horse.

4. In Viswamitra, the mightiest of the kingly race is a king named __________.
(a) Chedi.
(b) Vishnu.
(c) Brahma.
(d) Vasishta.

5. The name Shakuntala means "one who was brought up in the forest by" what creature?
(a) Birds.
(b) Dogs.
(c) Snakes.
(d) Fish.

Short Answer Questions

1. How many heads did Ravana have at birth?

2. The goddess Devi sends word that she wants Mahisha to either come and face her, or return where?

3. What great sage is master of the Sanjivini mantra in Yayati?

4. Nala leaves Damayanti within sight of _________.

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

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