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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 2, Chapters 28, 29 and 30.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why do Rukmani's parents arrange her marriage to Nathan?
(a) Nathan lives in the same town.
(b) Nathan requires no dowry.
(c) Nathan is a member of the ruling class.
(d) Rukmani is in love with Nathan.

2. In order to pay their rent, what is Rukmani forced to sell?
(a) Her red sari.
(b) Ira's new dowry.
(c) Her new dress.
(d) Her mother's ring.

3. While the local shops struggle, one business flourishes. Which business is doing just fine?
(a) The hospital.
(b) The tannery.
(c) The inn.
(d) The tavern.

4. What affliction is Ira's son born with?
(a) He has one arm.
(b) He is underweight.
(c) He has a cleft palate.
(d) He is an albino.

5. What does Rukmani use for the first time at the doctor's house?
(a) An electric stove.
(b) A lamp.
(c) A latrine.
(d) A telephone.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Old Granny die from?

2. What do Nathan and Rukmani name their daughter?

3. Which of Rukmani's children is most in danger of dying from starvation?

4. How old is their daughter before Nathan finally starts taking an interest in her?

5. Shortly after Sacrabani's birth, something happens to Nathan for the first time. What is it?

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