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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 1, Chapters 13 and 14.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Right after the monsoons end, Rukmani and Nathan venture into town to purchase rice for the family. Why do they return empty handed?
(a) They don't bring enough money with them.
(b) The stores and shops are all closed.
(c) There is no rice in the land.
(d) The store owners refuse to sell to them.

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

3. As the drought continues, how much food is available for the family when Rukmani first measures it?
(a) 20 ollocks.
(b) 6 ollocks.
(c) 4 ollocks.
(d) 10 ollocks.

4. Why does Nathan accept the decision of his sons to leave for Ceylon?
(a) They have been nothing but trouble since starting work at the tannery.
(b) They are men now and have made their decision.
(c) They are paying Nathan to let them go.
(d) Nathan cannot afford to keep feeding his sons.

5. After learning that Nathan killed a cobra, Kali disagrees with his action. Why?
(a) Cobras are territorial and now many more will come to the garden.
(b) Kali belives that killed cobras are reincarnated as evil people.
(c) Cobras are good luck.
(d) Kali believes that cobras are sacred.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who helps Rukmani when she is in childbirth and then while she recovers from the delivery?

2. When her parents restrict her freedom, what is Ira's reaction?

3. After the monsoon, what does the family gather when they drain the rice terraces?

4. In order to pay their rent, what is Rukmani forced to sell?

5. While trying to raise money for the rent, how much money does Rukmani sell her clothing for?

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