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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. When her parents restrict her freedom, what is Ira's reaction?
(a) She complains to her parents, but stays near the hut.
(b) She understands, but refuses to listen.
(c) She sneaks into the village when her parents are in the fields.
(d) She is confused, but doesn't complain.

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

3. As the story opens, what is Rukmani dreaming of?
(a) Ira's upcoming wedding.
(b) Moving back to the city.
(c) Nathan being with her.
(d) Seeing her new grandchildren.

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

5. Rukmani is keeping a secret from her husband. What is her secret?
(a) She is seeing Kenny for fertility treatments.
(b) She lost a child before their son was born.
(c) She is working in the village to earn extra money.
(d) She is seeing Kenny romantically.

Short Answer Questions

1. After the villagers watch the construction workers for a while, what does the overseer do?

2. What name do Rukmani and Nathan give to their son?

3. When Rukmani begins taking better care of herself and leaving more of the farming work to Nathan, what does she do in her spare time?

4. In Chapter 4, what is being built in the village?

5. When the villagers learn that Rukmani can write, there are mixed reactions. Which one of the villagers marvels at Rukmani's writing skill?

(see the answer key)

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