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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Selvi.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who is Selvi married to?
(a) Lohan.
(b) Mohan.
(c) Rohan.
(d) Johan.

2. How does the talkative man reach the village with the tiger?
(a) By foot.
(b) By train.
(c) By horseback.
(d) By river taxi.

3. What kind of clothing does the astrologer wear when he is first introduced in the novel?
(a) Rags.
(b) A dress.
(c) Bright colors.
(d) Just a towel, since he just got out of the shower.

4. How does Dr. Raman know Gopal?
(a) He is his father.
(b) He doesn't know Gopal.
(c) They are childhood friends.
(d) He is a famous movie star.

5. Where does the talkative man sleep when the tiger comes?
(a) In a tent.
(b) In a converted train car.
(c) In a cave.
(d) In a palace.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is a sadhu?

2. What does Swami's father call him when he returns home from school?

3. How long does it take Gopal to become ill?

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

5. Why does Kannan decide he can gamble?

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