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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Section 1: "A Special Tree" and "The School Among the Pines".

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In "A School Among the Pines," how does Prakash characterize Mr. Mani when he is telling the other children about the school?
(a) He says that Mr. Mani is old and confused.
(b) He says that Mr. Mani is funny and nice.
(c) He says that Mr. Mani is lonely and talkative.
(d) He says that Mr. Mani is tall and strict.

2. What is the name of the village where Rakesh lives with his grandfather in "A Special Tree"?
(a) Mayodia.
(b) Malana.
(c) Mussoorie.
(d) Mukteshwar.

3. In "A Special Tree," why does Rakesh read the newspaper?
(a) He needs to practice his reading.
(b) He is trying to learn Hindi.
(c) He is interested in the news.
(d) His grandfather needs him to read it to him.

4. In "A School Among the Pines," what does Mr. Mani want to grow in his field once he retires?
(a) Herbs and spices.
(b) Cherries.
(c) Flowers.
(d) Potatoes.

5. How old is Rakesh at the beginning of "A Special Tree"?
(a) 6.
(b) 10.
(c) 8.
(d) 4.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Rakesh live with his grandfather?

2. In "A School Among the Pines," what is the name of the village where the dam is being built?

3. In "A Special Tree," Rakesh goes to the bazaar. What is a bazaar?

4. In "A School Among the Pines," what do the children do to pass the time on their way to school?

5. In what area of India does Rakesh live in "A Special Tree"?

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