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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book 4, Women & Magic : Chapter 1, Women.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Sindhu is a _____ goddess.
(a) River.
(b) Tree.
(c) Mountain.
(d) Dog.

2. What is the sky divided into in "A Spell to Turn Back the Departing Spirit"?
(a) Three levels.
(b) Two planes.
(c) Four quarters.
(d) Six quadrants.

3. In "The House of Clay", Varuna casts his snares upon the offending worshiper in the form of _____.
(a) Dropsy.
(b) Hunger.
(c) Malaria.
(d) Thirst.

4. How many people slaughter the horse of Tvastr during sacrifice?
(a) Twenty.
(b) Six.
(c) Twelve.
(d) One.

5. Rudra is known as the punisher of _____.
(a) Murder.
(b) Warriors.
(c) Women.
(d) Incest.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who carries Indra to heaven to bring Soma to men and gods?

2. The Vasus are a group of gods associated with _____.

3. What is the male element of the newborn sun or fire?

4. The Asvins are said to be born of the _____ in "The Deeds of the Asvins".

5. Who are 'those who eat serpents' most likely to be in "Savitr at Sunset"?

(see the answer key)

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