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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book 2, Indra, Agni & Soma : Chapter 1, First Gods & the Mysterious Soma.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How many wheels does the chariot have in "The Boy and the Chariot"?
(a) None.
(b) Four.
(c) Two.
(d) Three.

2. What does the word 'tapas' mean?
(a) Longing.
(b) Cold.
(c) Heat.
(d) Death.

3. How many corners does the earth have in "A Spell to Turn Back the Departing Spirit"?
(a) One.
(b) Three.
(c) Four.
(d) Two.

4. 'Dhruvam' means _____.
(a) Steadfast.
(b) Loathing.
(c) Sacred.
(d) Sweet.

5. Which river surrounds heaven and earth in the unknown god myth?
(a) Ganges.
(b) Rasa.
(c) Euphrates.
(d) Tiber.

Short Answer Questions

1. What are said to have more powers than the Fathers in heaven?

2. In the hymn, "In Praise of Generosity", fortune is described as _____.

3. What is the center of the wheel in the "All-Maker" myth called?

4. Who is the beloved grey priest?

5. How many people slaughter the horse of Tvastr during sacrifice?

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