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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. From whom does the dog initially defend the blind man?
(a) His abusive wife.
(b) An abusive teenager.
(c) A group of thugs.
(d) The corrupt police.

2. What happens to Soma's house after he shows people the statue?
(a) His house falls into the Earth after an earthquake.
(b) His house is hit by a flash flood.
(c) Nothing.
(d) His house is hit by lightning.

3. What day does Swami not want to go to school on?
(a) Saturday.
(b) Tuesday.
(c) Monday.
(d) Wednesday.

4. How long does the dog hang around the market before it meets the blind man?
(a) 3 years.
(b) 5 years.
(c) 1 year.
(d) 10 years.

5. Where does Iswaren go to see a movie?
(a) The Cina Cinaplex.
(b) The Bengalore Big Screen 15.
(c) The Palace Talkies.
(d) The Metreon.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where does the talkative man sleep when the tiger comes?

2. What goals does the talkative man have for himself and his music?

3. What does Soma offer to do to placate the god in lieu of damaging his beloved statue?

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

5. What ailment does Swami try to use to stay home from school?

(see the answer key)

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