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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. Which of Rukmani's sons actually dies from starvation?
(a) Kuti.
(b) Arjun.
(c) Thambi.
(d) Selvam.

2. In Chapter 12, the workers do something unexpected. What is it?
(a) They strike.
(b) They burn the tannery.
(c) They work for free.
(d) They stage a sit-in.

3. Ira and Sacrabani stay behind in the village. Who will they live with?
(a) Kunthi.
(b) Kali.
(c) Selvam.
(d) Biswas.

4. What is the village doctor's name?
(a) Kennington.
(b) Biswas.
(c) Archibold.
(d) Indira.

5. Who does Rukmani trust to find a suitable husband for Ira?
(a) Old Granny.
(b) Kali.
(c) Kunthi.
(d) Kenny.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why is Rukmani's mother upset with the choice of Nathan as Rukmani's husband?

2. At the beginning of Chapter 11, why does Nathan leave the village?

3. Why does Kenny not remain in the village for long periods of time?

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

5. Where is Old Granny's body found?

(see the answer key)

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