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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 does Kenny not remain in the village for long periods of time?
(a) He works for the government.
(b) He cannot stand the poverty.
(c) His family needs him.
(d) The other villages require his services as well.

2. Before identifying the intruder in her house, what does Rukmani do?
(a) Fights with the intruder.
(b) Wakes Nathan up.
(c) Shoots the intruder.
(d) Slips out of the house until the intruder leaves.

3. When Rukmani goes to the river to wash Ira's garment, what does she find in the garment's folds?
(a) A bundle of rice.
(b) A coconut frond.
(c) A rupee.
(d) A writing tablet.

4. Upon her return to Nathan's village, where will Rukmani live?
(a) She will live with Kunthi.
(b) She will live by herself.
(c) She will live with Selvam and Ira.
(d) She will live on their old land.

5. Which one of the villagers is scornful of Rukmani's writing skills?
(a) Kali.
(b) Janaki.
(c) Biswas.
(d) Kunthi.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Rukmani set aside at the end of every month?

2. After the marriage, Rukmani sees her new home. What is it like?

3. In order to pay their rent, what is Rukmani forced to sell?

4. After Rukmani turns in her stones and has been paid, she notices a group of people on the side of the road. Why have the people stopped?

5. Rukmani is keeping a secret from her husband. What is her secret?

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