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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 8.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which of the following best describes a philosophy practiced by Vasu?
(a) Might is right.
(b) As civilized beings, it is up to us to prove our superiority to nature.
(c) Hard work pays off.
(d) All of the above.

2. Which of the following is a phrase used to describe Vasu?
(a) Gentle oaf.
(b) Considerate to a fault.
(c) Intellectually honed.
(d) Lord of the universe.

3. What answer does Vasu give Nataraj about whether he found a house to live in?
(a) He said his house would be available in several months.
(b) He has a house but he rented it out for the money.
(c) He doesn't give an answer.
(d) He is no longer looking for a house.

4. Who does Nataraj consult to help decide what to do about Vasu?
(a) Kavi, the poet.
(b) His wife.
(c) All of the above.
(d) Sen.

5. What is the first action of Vasu in The Man-eater of Malgudi?
(a) The first action of Vasu is to threaten Nataraj.
(b) The first action of Vasu is to show Nataraj a selection of his work.
(c) The first action of Vasu is to barge through the curtain, violating the traditions of Nataraj's press.
(d) The first action of Vasu is to order a large printing job.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Nataraj feel silly in Mempi?

2. How does Nataraj return to Malgudi from Mempi?

3. What advice does Nataraj receive about Vasu?

4. What does the tea-shop man carefully tend in Mempi?

5. What is a rakshasa?

(see the answer key)

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