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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. How old is Ira when she is given in marriage?
(a) Twelve.
(b) Fourteen.
(c) Sixteen.
(d) Twenty.

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

3. Why do Janaki and her husband leave the village?
(a) Her husband's shop is forced to close.
(b) Her husband is opening a new shop in a neighboring village.
(c) They are going to care for Janaki's ill father.
(d) They are evicted by their landlord.

4. As a result of the new company moving into the village, which of the women now has a plan for her sons, as she realizes that the land cannot support all the men farming?
(a) Janaki.
(b) Rukmani.
(c) Kali.
(d) Ira.

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

Short Answer Questions

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

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

3. What is the roof on Nathan's hut made from?

4. When Rukmani's mother is on her deathbed, who does her father send for?

5. Whose child does Rukmani help birth?

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