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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 1, Chapter 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Whose child does Rukmani help birth?
(a) Janaki's child.
(b) Kunthi's child.
(c) Biswas's child.
(d) Kali's child.

2. How long is Rukmani away from the house while helping the woman in labor?
(a) Two days.
(b) One day.
(c) Fifteen hours.
(d) Four hours.

3. Which one of the villagers is scornful of Rukmani's writing skills?
(a) Janaki.
(b) Kunthi.
(c) Biswas.
(d) Kali.

4. What do Nathan and Rukmani name their daughter?
(a) Nathina.
(b) Rukki.
(c) Irawaddy.
(d) Selvam.

5. As the story opens, what is Rukmani dreaming of?
(a) Ira's upcoming wedding.
(b) Moving back to the city.
(c) Seeing her new grandchildren.
(d) Nathan being with her.

Short Answer Questions

1. What fruit does Rukmani first grow that earns Nathan's praise?

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

3. How does Old Granny make her living?

4. How old is their daughter before Nathan finally starts taking an interest in her?

5. Where is Rukmani when she meets the other women?

(see the answer key)

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