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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. How long does it take the construction workers to build the new establishment in Nathan's village?
(a) Two months.
(b) Two weeks.
(c) Five weeks.
(d) One year.

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

3. What role do Rukmani's sons play in the tannery trouble?
(a) They are the workers' spokesmen.
(b) They are the officials' spokesmen.
(c) They are the mediators.
(d) They are just workers.

4. 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) Rukmani.
(b) Kali.
(c) Selvam.
(d) Kunthi.

5. In Chapter 23, Sivaji returns to the farm. What news does he bring to Nathan and Rukmani?
(a) The land is being sold.
(b) The new crop will be wheat, not rice.
(c) The landowner is coming to the village himself.
(d) The rent is being increased.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Old Granny die from?

2. When her parents restrict her freedom, what is Ira's reaction?

3. How long does it actually take to complete the hospital?

4. What does Kenny recommend that Nathan needs to eat when he is ill in order to regain his strength?

5. Which of the women is thrilled that the village has gone from being a simple group of mud huts to a small town?

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