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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. How old is Rukmani's daughter when her first son is finally born?
(a) Five.
(b) Seven.
(c) Three.
(d) Ten.

2. Why is Rukmani's mother upset with the choice of Nathan as Rukmani's husband?
(a) She feels Rukmani is too young for marriage.
(b) She knows that Nathan is beneath them.
(c) She feels Nathan is an angry man.
(d) She does not want to let Rukmani go.

3. After her mother dies, the doctor asks Rukmani what is wrong. What does Rukmani reveal to the doctor?
(a) That she has no sons.
(b) That her mother's death could have been prevented.
(c) That she has been ill.
(d) That her marriage is in trouble.

4. When the villagers learn that Rukmani can write, there are mixed reactions. Which one of the villagers marvels at Rukmani's writing skill?
(a) Kali.
(b) Janaki.
(c) Biswas.
(d) Kunthi.

5. Why does Rukmani go into the village once or twice a week?
(a) To sell their rice.
(b) To meet the other women.
(c) To work.
(d) To shop.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. How many older sisters does Rukmani have?

3. How does Nathan characterize Rukmani?

4. What does Rukmani do when she finds the creature in her garden?

5. After learning that Nathan killed a cobra, Kali disagrees with his action. Why?

(see the answer key)

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