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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) The corrupt police.
(b) His abusive wife.
(c) A group of thugs.
(d) An abusive teenager.

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 lightning.
(c) His house is hit by a flash flood.
(d) Nothing.

3. What is Dr. Raman known for?
(a) For the figurines he has in his office.
(b) For overbilling people.
(c) For being direct with his patients.
(d) For helping the poor, even if they can't pay.

4. What test taker number is Iswaren?
(a) 2,000.
(b) 120.
(c) 2.
(d) 501.

5. What does the sadhu first request of the talkative man?
(a) Food.
(b) Shelter.
(c) Books.
(d) Money.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does the talkative man hit accidentally with his engine?

2. How does Iswaren die?

3. Who does the newcomer on the train force to move?

4. What does Swami's father write a letter complaining about?

5. How long has Govind Singh worked as a security guard?

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