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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Five; Harischandra, Sibi.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does the goddess Devi wield in each arm?
(a) A different religious text.
(b) A different weapon.
(c) A different animal.
(d) A different fruit.

2. Nala is the ruler of what kingdom?
(a) Rajasthan.
(b) Haryana.
(c) Nishadha.
(d) Karnataka.

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

4. With whom does Kovalan have an affair with in The Mispaired Anklet?
(a) Madhavi.
(b) Kannagi.
(c) Kunthi.
(d) Varuna.

5. What does Harischandra see which makes him recognize his wife?
(a) A silver bracelet.
(b) A gold necklace.
(c) A gold bracelet.
(d) A silver ring.

Short Answer Questions

1. What scholar, after completing his studies, is returning home when he is confronted by a robber in Valmiki?

2. Who tells Savitri that she should not marry the man she desires because he can see the future?

3. Vasishta explains to the king that his strength comes from where in Viswamitra?

4. Who appears to Sikhi-Dhvaia and tells him that since he has achieved such spiritual enlightenment, there is no reason why he should not join in his world of unending pleasure and delight?

5. Whose ambition it is to enter heaven in his earthly form in Viswamitra?

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