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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does the old man end up using to leash the dog by the end of the story?
(a) He never gets to leash the dog again because it runs away.
(b) A leash made of horse hair.
(c) A metal chain.
(d) A leather leash.

2. What kind of house does Kannan live in?
(a) A mansion.
(b) A regular house -- not too big, not too small.
(c) No house at all: he is homeless.
(d) A small hut.

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

4. What goals does the talkative man's music teacher have for himself and his music?
(a) To play with Yo Yo Ma one day.
(b) To get his vision back.
(c) To become rich and famous.
(d) Just to play at the village temple.

5. How old is Kamakshi when the reader first meets her?
(a) 17.
(b) 49.
(c) 12.
(d) 6 months.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who teaches Selvi the skills she needs for her career?

2. How does Dr. Raman know Gopal?

3. On what street does Selvi's mother live?

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

5. What skill does Iyer lie to the newcomer on the train about having?

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