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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 1, Chapters 8, 9, 10 and 11.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Rukmani and two other women take turns helping Kunthi. Why?
(a) Kunthi refuses to care for her children.
(b) Kunthi is near the end of her pregnancy and unable to do anything for herself.
(c) Kunthi is quite ill.
(d) Kunthi is lame and cannot walk.

2. After learning that Nathan killed a cobra, Kali disagrees with his action. Why?
(a) Kali believes that cobras are sacred.
(b) Kali belives that killed cobras are reincarnated as evil people.
(c) Cobras are good luck.
(d) Cobras are territorial and now many more will come to the garden.

3. Even though Rukmani has to sell her vegetables in the village, the family is still grateful. Why?
(a) They are held in high regard in the village.
(b) They have enough to eat.
(c) They are building a bigger house.
(d) They are getting wealthy off of the vegetable sales.

4. When Rukmani becomes sick as she leaves her parents' home, what is her new husband's reaction?
(a) He ignores her.
(b) He soothes her.
(c) He returns to her parents' home.
(d) He yells at her.

5. After the monsoon, what does the family gather when they drain the rice terraces?
(a) Fresh soil.
(b) Leaves for the roof repairs.
(c) Fish.
(d) Worms.

Short Answer Questions

1. What nickname does Nathan call Rukmani?

2. How far have the construction workers traveled to reach the village?

3. How long is Rukmani away from the house while helping the woman in labor?

4. How old is Ira when she is given in marriage?

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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