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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 2, Chapters 24 and 25.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. One night, Rukmani awakens to hear footsteps in her house. Who does Rukmani fear is in her house?
(a) Kunthi.
(b) Ira.
(c) Janaki.
(d) Kali.

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

3. How does Old Granny make her living?
(a) Selling goat's milk.
(b) Harvesting wheat.
(c) Selling peanuts.
(d) Prostitution.

4. Who is Puli?
(a) The boy who leads the couple to their son's home.
(b) The doctor that their son works for.
(c) The priest at the temple.
(d) The social worker who gives them shelter.

5. What fruit does Rukmani first grow that earns Nathan's praise?
(a) A kiwi.
(b) An orange.
(c) A pumpkin.
(d) A mango.

Short Answer Questions

1. After their first night in the city, what do Rukmani and Nathan own?

2. How long is Rukmani in the Nathan's village before finally meeting some of the other women?

3. During which season is Ira's child born?

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

5. Why are some people surprised when they look at Nathan and Rukmani's daughter?

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