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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who comprised the Apostles?
(a) Mathematicians.
(b) Practicing artists.
(c) Religious leaders.
(d) Undergrads.

2. Where did Ramanujan go when he was 17?
(a) Bengal.
(b) Delhi.
(c) Uttar Pradesh.
(d) Madras.

3. Where did families NOT look for wives for their sons in India in Ramanujan's time?
(a) Prominent villagers.
(b) Neighbors.
(c) Friends of the family.
(d) Extended family.

4. How does Kanigel characterize Ramanujan's tutoring?
(a) Inspired.
(b) Unhelpful.
(c) Incoherent.
(d) Effective.

5. How does Kanigel describe Ramanujan's early temperament?
(a) Self-directed.
(b) Aggressive.
(c) Shy.
(d) Indistinct.

Short Answer Questions

1. What did Ramanujan attend at Pachaiyappas College?

2. What is the British term for what Americans call private high schools?

3. Where did Hardy get his secondary education?

4. What was Hardy's experience of secondary education like, according to Kanigel?

5. When was Ramanujan born?

(see the answer key)

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