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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 9.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why is Nitin looking for the shrine in the woods?
(a) It cures possession.
(b) It's made out of gold.
(c) It brings good luck.
(d) It gives fertility.

2. According to the monk's father, what do people from the West see of India?
(a) Beauty.
(b) Poverty.
(c) Wealth.
(d) Culture.

3. Why is there a ceremony for the Jain monk in the stadium?
(a) To announce he is becoming a monk.
(b) To pray for his safety on his journey West.
(c) To celebrate his first born child.
(d) To pray for his good health.

4. What do the Vano believe is special about Nitin?
(a) He is very intelligent.
(b) He speaks an unknown language.
(c) He has magical powers.
(d) He's been touched by the goddess.

5. What does the narrator discuss with Dr. Mitra at the beginning of Chapter 9?
(a) Enlightenment.
(b) Dr. Mitra's family.
(c) Nitin's possession.
(d) The weather.

Short Answer Questions

1. The narrator doesn't understand how a ___ could drive Nitin insane.

2. "Master" is a title for a ________.

3. Why does the monk's father regret letting his son live in the West?

4. Bandits believe that being stung by bees on the Narmada will give them _______.

5. In the monk's story, when his chariot is being swarmed, what is the fear in his father's eyes?

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