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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Two; Devi, Viswamitra, Manmata.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who is Sukracharya's daughter in Yayati?
(a) Brihaspati.
(b) Sukracharya.
(c) Devayani.
(d) Kacha.

2. The Sanjivini mantra is an incantation that can _____________.
(a) Heal the sick.
(b) Ensure bountiful crops.
(c) Bring the dead back to life.
(d) Make it rain.

3. What Sanskrit word refers to a "seer" to whom the Vedas were "originally revealed" through states of higher consciousness?
(a) Etaavaan.
(b) Ekaakii.
(c) Aagatavaan.
(d) Rishi.

4. The magician in Lavana claims to use nothing but _______ for his magic.
(a) His feet.
(b) His hands.
(c) His mind.
(d) His eyes.

5. What is the name of the young male aspic Chudala disguises herself as to appear to her husband?
(a) Lavana.
(b) Chudala.
(c) Kumbha.
(d) Kacha.

Short Answer Questions

1. When the king awakens in Lavana, how long has he been asleep?

2. The woman in the woods refuses to help the king unless he does what in Lavana?

3. What word means buffalo in Sanskrit?

4. What weapon of Vasishta's repels all attacks in Viswamitra?

5. Where does Viswamitra seek solitude, renounce all speech, and rid himself of anger?

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