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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through The Snake-Song, Engine Trouble.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What happens to Soma's house after he shows people the statue?
(a) His house is hit by lightning.
(b) His house is hit by a flash flood.
(c) His house falls into the Earth after an earthquake.
(d) Nothing.

2. What is Dr. Raman known for?
(a) For overbilling people.
(b) For the figurines he has in his office.
(c) For being direct with his patients.
(d) For helping the poor, even if they can't pay.

3. What kinds of comments does the newcomer on the train have for his fellow passengers?
(a) Friendly and helpful.
(b) Confusing and weird.
(c) Wise and insightful.
(d) Rude and nasty.

4. From whom does the blind man get the rope that he uses on the dog?
(a) A fellow merchant.
(b) A family member.
(c) The old woman.
(d) The dog himself.

5. How long has it taken Soma to make his statue of a god?
(a) 50 years.
(b) 5 months.
(c) 5 years.
(d) 15 years.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does the talkative man lecture the villagers on?

2. What does Gopal want to do if he is expected to die?

3. What is a sadhu?

4. Whose death causes the blind man to put a rope on the dog?

5. What is the name of the teacher Swami complains about?

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