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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. What activity does Raju think classifies him as "night guide to the skies"?

2. Who does Velan's sister agree to marry?

3. Before joining Raju on the steps of the temple, what does Velan do?

4. What is a jutka?

5. Where did Raju learn the story that he tells Velan in the temple?

Short Essay Questions

1. What are Raju's fears when the villagers don't show?

2. How did the train station mirror Raju's life?

3. How did Raju's skills as a guide enter into his relationship with Rosie?

4. Why does Velan defend his out of town visit early in Chapter 1?

5. Why does Raju avoid Velan's sister's wedding?

6. How did the progress at the railway affect Raju's father's business?

7. Why did Raju say he didn't grow up like other normal people?

8. Why did customers recommend Raju as a top notch guide?

9. How is education viewed up through Chapter 3 of the novel?

10. How was Raju always able to offer his customers an answer?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Compare and contrast Marco and Raju. In the areas of work, love, reputation and Rosie/Nalini's life, how were they similar and different?

Essay Topic 2

Why is Velan an integral piece in Raju's transformation? Cite three examples from the text and explain how they show Velan's importance.

Essay Topic 3

How is the crocodile a metaphor for the life of Raju? Identify and expand on at least three pieces of symbolism between the crocodile and Raju.

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