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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 1, Chapters 21, 22 and 23.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. During the construction of the hospital, what becomes Kenny's most frequent saying?
(a) The hospital will be a blessing. You'll see.
(b) I will find a way.
(c) It will be done soon.
(d) Selvam is a wonderful help to me.

2. What does Ira tell Sacrabani about his father?
(a) That he doesn't want them.
(b) That he is married to another woman.
(c) That he is away and will come to them when he can.
(d) That he is dead.

3. Who believes that most of the troubles at the tannery--and indeed in the world--are a result of the education learned through books?
(a) Kunthi.
(b) Selvam.
(c) Kali.
(d) Rukmani.

4. Which of the women is thrilled that the village has gone from being a simple group of mud huts to a small town?
(a) Janaki.
(b) Ira.
(c) Kali.
(d) Kunthi.

5. When does Nathan accompany Rukmani into the village?
(a) When Nathan needs to visit the doctor.
(b) When there is no work to do on the farm.
(c) When Nathan has business to conduct.
(d) When Rukmani asks him to come with her.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who helps Selvam obtain his new position?

2. Why does Kenny not remain in the village for long periods of time?

3. Which of Rukmani's sons marries of his own accord?

4. At the beginning of Chapter 4, what news does Arjun bring to the family?

5. How long does it take the construction workers to build the new establishment in Nathan's village?

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