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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through The Snake-Song, Engine Trouble.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Narayan describe the train when Iyer gets on it?
(a) Abandoned.
(b) Empty.
(c) Broken down.
(d) Crowded.

2. What kinds of comments does the newcomer on the train have for his fellow passengers?
(a) Friendly and helpful.
(b) Rude and nasty.
(c) Confusing and weird.
(d) Wise and insightful.

3. What does Gopal want to do if he is expected to die?
(a) Leave all of his money to Dr. Raman.
(b) Say goodbye to his wife.
(c) Sign his last will.
(d) Go out and have one last fun-filled night with some friends.

4. What does Soma offer to do to placate the god in lieu of damaging his beloved statue?
(a) Sacrifice his first-born son.
(b) Cut off his hands.
(c) Nothing.
(d) Drown himself in a nearby river.

5. Where does the talkative man first try to keep his engine?
(a) On the town fairgrounds.
(b) Way out in the country where no one can find it.
(c) At the town library.
(d) In city hall.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Dr. Raman feel about nature?

2. What is Soma's regular job?

3. What does Iswaren's family think about his passing the exam?

4. From whom does the blind man get the rope that he uses on the dog?

5. What exam does Iswaren have a problem passing?

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