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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. During the same visit with Kenny at his house, what news does Rukmani share with Kenny?
(a) Ira is pregnant.
(b) She is pregnant.
(c) Nathan has left her.
(d) Her family is starving.

2. Who teaches Rukmani to read and write?
(a) Her father.
(b) Her husband.
(c) Her teacher.
(d) Her brother.

3. 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) Ira.
(b) Janaki.
(c) Kali.
(d) Rukmani.

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

5. As the waters rise from the monsoon rains, what does Nathan admit to his family?
(a) The hut will not survive until monsoon season ends.
(b) There will not be enough to eat for the coming year.
(c) The new crops were not planted before the rains came.
(d) The large amounts of rain will ensure a great crop.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which one of the villagers is scornful of Rukmani's writing skills?

2. As Rukmani's family is waiting for the next harvest, even the fish becomes depleted. What does Rukmani do to feed her family?

3. What affliction is Ira's son born with?

4. According to Kenny's plan, how long should it take to build the hospital?

5. Why does Ira's husband refuse to take her back?

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