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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 demon asks the creator that he may continue to live unless a woman appears who is capable of killing him in a fight in Devi?
(a) Andhaka.
(b) Kali.
(c) Mahishasura.
(d) Pishacha.

2. Manmata asks Brahma if he may test his strength by sending out his __________.
(a) Arrows.
(b) Sword.
(c) Dogs.
(d) Knife.

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

4. Which of Rama's brothers does Viswamitra invite to accompany him to help protect sacrifices that are being meddled with by demons?
(a) Loknath.
(b) Narada.
(c) Nibodh.
(d) Lakshmana.

5. What does Chedi tell the Ultimate God he wants to wield in Viswamitra?
(a) The Tasya Vaartaa.
(b) The Tasya Aagamana
(c) The Brahma Astra.
(d) The Adya Divaa.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. Nala leaves Damayanti within sight of _________.

3. What in Sanskrit refers to the foremost poet or fountainhead of poetry?

4. What forces Lavana's family to move from their home in the magical world in Lavana?

5. How many heads did Ravana have at birth?

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