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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Rukmani feel some relief when her son finally dies of starvation?
(a) She no longer has to care for the sick child.
(b) Ira can now sleep in her brother's bed, instead of on the floor.
(c) Nathan will no longer blame her for their son's condition.
(d) His struggle is now over and he is at peace.

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

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

4. What does Old Granny die from?
(a) A fall.
(b) Infection.
(c) Starvation.
(d) A beating .

5. When Rukmani and Nathan have almost earned enough money to return home, what does Rukmani buy from the vendor in celebration?
(a) Extra rice.
(b) Sugar whirls.
(c) Fried pancakes.
(d) Plantains.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Rukmani first earn money when she and Nathan are in the city?

2. What does Kenny recommend that Nathan needs to eat when he is ill in order to regain his strength?

3. By saving four annas a day for their journey, how long do Rukmani and Nathan figure they will have to work before being able to make the journey back to their village?

4. How much money do Rukmani and Nathan leave the village with?

5. What does Rukmani tell her family regarding Puli?

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