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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 1, Chapter 4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When Rukmani becomes sick as she leaves her parents' home, what is her new husband's reaction?
(a) He returns to her parents' home.
(b) He yells at her.
(c) He soothes her.
(d) He ignores her.

2. As a result of the new company moving into the village, which of the women now has a plan for her sons, as she realizes that the land cannot support all the men farming?
(a) Rukmani.
(b) Kali.
(c) Ira.
(d) Janaki.

3. Why does Rukmani stay until her friend's baby is delivered?
(a) Rukmani is the woman's best friend.
(b) Rukmani is preparing a celebratory feast.
(c) The midwife never shows up.
(d) Rukmani is asked to stay.

4. Who helps Rukmani when she is in childbirth and then while she recovers from the delivery?
(a) Janaki.
(b) Kali.
(c) Huntheri.
(d) Kunthi.

5. Which of the women wishes that the new company's workers will simply go away for good?
(a) Rukmani.
(b) Kunthi.
(c) Kali.
(d) Janaki.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the roof on Nathan's hut made from?

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

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

4. Why are some people surprised when they look at Nathan and Rukmani's daughter?

5. How long is Rukmani in the Nathan's village before finally meeting some of the other women?

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