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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 1, Chapters 21, 22 and 23.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which of Rukmani's sons marries of his own accord?
(a) Kuti.
(b) Arjun.
(c) Thambi.
(d) Murugan.

2. In Chapter 4, what is being built in the village?
(a) An inn.
(b) A tannery.
(c) A temple.
(d) A graveyard.

3. What is the result of the strike for Arjun and Thambi?
(a) They receive higher wages.
(b) They are promoted.
(c) They receive longer breaks.
(d) They lose their jobs.

4. When her parents restrict her freedom, what is Ira's reaction?
(a) She complains to her parents, but stays near the hut.
(b) She understands, but refuses to listen.
(c) She is confused, but doesn't complain.
(d) She sneaks into the village when her parents are in the fields.

5. What does Kenny recommend that Nathan needs to eat when he is ill in order to regain his strength?
(a) Rice and vegetables.
(b) Butter and rice.
(c) Wheat and barley.
(d) Milk and vegetables.

Short Answer Questions

1. What role do Rukmani's sons play in the tannery trouble?

2. Which of the women wishes that the new company's workers will simply go away for good?

3. After the villagers watch the construction workers for a while, what does the overseer do?

4. During the construction of the hospital, what becomes Kenny's most frequent saying?

5. How long does it actually take to complete the hospital?

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