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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 1, Chapters 13 and 14.
Multiple Choice Questions
1. Which of the women wishes that the new company's workers will simply go away for good?
(a) Janaki.
(b) Kunthi.
(c) Kali.
(d) Rukmani.
2. What nickname does Nathan call Rukmani?
(a) Wife.
(b) Mani.
(c) Dear one.
(d) Ruku.
3. As the waters rise from the monsoon rains, what does Nathan admit to his family?
(a) The new crops were not planted before the rains came.
(b) There will not be enough to eat for the coming year.
(c) The large amounts of rain will ensure a great crop.
(d) The hut will not survive until monsoon season ends.
4. Why does Kenny not remain in the village for long periods of time?
(a) He works for the government.
(b) He cannot stand the poverty.
(c) The other villages require his services as well.
(d) His family needs him.
5. When does Nathan accompany Rukmani into the village?
(a) When Nathan needs to visit the doctor.
(b) When Nathan has business to conduct.
(c) When there is no work to do on the farm.
(d) When Rukmani asks him to come with her.
Short Answer Questions
1. Why does Nathan accept the decision of his sons to leave for Ceylon?
2. What does Rukmani talk Nathan out of selling?
3. Chapter 13 opens by describing an unwelcome event at the farm. What is happening?
4. Why does Kali warn Rukmani to not let her daughter start walking so early?
5. How old is Ira when she is given in marriage?
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