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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 5, Chapters 11-15.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who does Gandhi encounter after he misses his train in Allahabad?
(a) A newspaper editor, Mr. Chesney, Jr.
(b) A political agent, Mr. Keith.
(c) A businessman, Mr. Brooks.
(d) A barrister, Mr. Cyrus.

2. What does Gandhi have Kasturbai omit from her diet?
(a) Tea.
(b) Spices.
(c) Milk.
(d) Salt.

3. What does Mr. Polak give to Gandhi before he boards the train to return to Durban?
(a) Some food.
(b) Some money.
(c) A book.
(d) A jacket.

4. What does Gandhi read in England that later becomes daily reading for him?
(a) The London Times.
(b) The Patanjali Sutras.
(c) The Gita.
(d) The Bible.

5. Why is Gandhi called back to Durban?
(a) For the opening session of parliament.
(b) Employers are retaliating against indentured servants.
(c) The Indian Congress is falling apart without his presence.
(d) There is rioting in the streets.

Short Answer Questions

1. What promise did Gandhi make to Indian Christians in South Africa?

2. What does Gandhi promise his mother before he departs for England?

3. What is Gandhi trying to persuade barristers to do while in Bombay?

4. What is Gandhi's approach to opposing the tinkathia system?

5. What advice does Gandhi give to Indian merchants in South Africa?

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