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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. When the construction workers leave the village, some of the villagers are disappointed. Why?
(a) The men spent their money lavishly.
(b) The men told great stories about foreign lands.
(c) The village is once again too quiet.
(d) The villagers liked the excitement the men brought with them.

2. At the beginning of Chapter 4, what news does Arjun bring to the family?
(a) He is getting married.
(b) His brother has been killed.
(c) He is leaving the village.
(d) Hundreds of strange men have come into the village.

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

4. In Chapter 4, what is being built in the village?
(a) A tannery.
(b) A graveyard.
(c) An inn.
(d) A temple.

5. What do the Arjun and Thambi do with their wages each week?
(a) The give their wages to Rukmani.
(b) They spend it in the local tavern.
(c) They waste it gambling.
(d) They save their wages for Ira's dowry.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which of the women wishes that the new company's workers will simply go away for good?

2. What does Ira tell Sacrabani about his father?

3. What does Old Granny die from?

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

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

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