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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 2 Ranging with Delight.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Kanigel characterize Ramanujan's developing approach to math?
(a) Irreverent.
(b) Pragmatic.
(c) Semi-religious.
(d) Materialistic.

2. What did Ramanujan practice as part of his religion?
(a) A year as a monk.
(b) Community service.
(c) Animal sacrifice.
(d) Vegetarianism.

3. Who was N. Ramanujachariar?
(a) Ramanujan's rival.
(b) Ramanujan's math teacher.
(c) Ramanujan's trainer.
(d) Ramanujan's roommate.

4. What was the significance of Erode in Ramanujan's family?
(a) Where Ramanujan was buried.
(b) Ramanujan's hometown.
(c) Ramanujan's mother's ancestral home.
(d) Where Ramanujan went to school.

5. When did Ramanujan win a scholarship for his math skills?
(a) After high school.
(b) After college.
(c) After middle school.
(d) During high school.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Kanigel describe Ramanujan's youth?

2. Where was Ramanujan born?

3. What was Ramanujan's religion?

4. When was Ramanujan born?

5. Why was Ramanujan's scholarship changed?

(see the answer key)

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