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

2. Nathan hangs a garland of mango leaves across the doorway to welcome Rukmani to her new house. What do the mango leaves symbolize?
(a) Good fortune and many children.
(b) Long life and happiness.
(c) Wealth and long life.
(d) Happiness and good fortune.

3. How old is Rukmani when she marries Nathan?
(a) Twenty.
(b) Fourteen.
(c) Eighteen.
(d) Twelve.

4. When the villagers learn that Rukmani can write, there are mixed reactions. Which one of the villagers marvels at Rukmani's writing skill?
(a) Biswas.
(b) Kali.
(c) Kunthi.
(d) Janaki.

5. Who is the moneylender?
(a) Janaki.
(b) Kali.
(c) Biswas.
(d) Hanuman.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Rukmani do when she finds the creature in her garden?

2. How does Rukmani address Nathan?

3. Why does Rukmani go into the village once or twice a week?

4. What nickname does Nathan call Rukmani?

5. Why is Rukmani's mother upset with the choice of Nathan as Rukmani's husband?

(see the answer key)

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