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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 1, Chapter 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why do Rukmani's parents arrange her marriage to Nathan?
(a) Nathan is a member of the ruling class.
(b) Nathan requires no dowry.
(c) Rukmani is in love with Nathan.
(d) Nathan lives in the same town.

2. Nathan hangs a garland of mango leaves across the doorway to welcome Rukmani to her new house. What do the mango leaves symbolize?
(a) Wealth and long life.
(b) Good fortune and many children.
(c) Happiness and good fortune.
(d) Long life and happiness.

3. How old is Rukmani when she marries Nathan?
(a) Eighteen.
(b) Fourteen.
(c) Twenty.
(d) Twelve.

4. What is the roof on Nathan's hut made from?
(a) Bamboo shoots.
(b) Dried wheat shafts.
(c) Coconut fronds.
(d) Rice leaves.

5. How long is Rukmani away from the house while helping the woman in labor?
(a) Two days.
(b) One day.
(c) Four hours.
(d) Fifteen hours.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. Why does Rukmani go into the village once or twice a week?

3. Rukmani and two other women take turns helping Kunthi. Why?

4. What nickname does Nathan call Rukmani?

5. What is Rukmani doing when she first meets the other women in Nathan's village?

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