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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. What does Rukmani see as a positive result of the foreigners returning to the village?
(a) The increased traffic in the village will lead to road improvements.
(b) Ira will have many options when choosing a husband.
(c) The new business will create jobs to combat the high unemployment rate.
(d) She can build Ira's dowry much quicker.

2. Where is Old Granny's body found?
(a) In the street.
(b) In the temple.
(c) In her home.
(d) In the rice paddy.

3. Why does Kenny not remain in the village for long periods of time?
(a) The other villages require his services as well.
(b) His family needs him.
(c) He cannot stand the poverty.
(d) He works for the government.

4. Shortly after Sacrabani's birth, something happens to Nathan for the first time. What is it?
(a) Nathan quits farming.
(b) Nathan falls ill.
(c) Nathan leaves Rukmani.
(d) Nathan works at the tannery.

5. What does Old Granny die from?
(a) A fall.
(b) A beating .
(c) Infection.
(d) Starvation.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Chapter 23, Sivaji returns to the farm. What news does he bring to Nathan and Rukmani?

2. When does Nathan accompany Rukmani into the village?

3. Why does Nathan accept the decision of his sons to leave for Ceylon?

4. Who, besides his mother, accepts Sacrabani unconditionally?

5. As a result of the new company moving into the village, which of the women now has a plan for her sons, as she realizes that the land cannot support all the men farming?

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