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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 1, Chapter 4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Kali warn Rukmani to not let her daughter start walking so early?
(a) Her balance won't properly develop.
(b) She will get into far too much trouble.
(c) Her legs will bend in.
(d) Her arms won't properly develop.

2. After the marriage, Rukmani sees her new home. What is it like?
(a) It is a four-bedroom house.
(b) It is a two-room, mud hut.
(c) It is a two-room, brick house.
(d) It is a straw lean-to.

3. Why does Rukmani stay until her friend's baby is delivered?
(a) The midwife never shows up.
(b) Rukmani is asked to stay.
(c) Rukmani is the woman's best friend.
(d) Rukmani is preparing a celebratory feast.

4. How old is their daughter before Nathan finally starts taking an interest in her?
(a) Three years.
(b) Two weeks.
(c) Twelve weeks.
(d) Ten months.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What fruit does Rukmani first grow that earns Nathan's praise?

2. How old is Rukmani's daughter when her first son is finally born?

3. How does Rukmani address Nathan?

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

5. As the story opens, what is Rukmani dreaming of?

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