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

2. What fruit does Rukmani first grow that earns Nathan's praise?
(a) A pumpkin.
(b) A mango.
(c) An orange.
(d) A kiwi.

3. 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 ignores her.
(c) He yells at her.
(d) He soothes her.

4. When Rukmani begins taking better care of herself and leaving more of the farming work to Nathan, what does she do in her spare time?
(a) She visits with Kunthi.
(b) She writes.
(c) She goes for long walks.
(d) She teaches the neighborhood children.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. Rukmani and two other women take turns helping Kunthi. Why?

2. Why do the village women think Kunthi is quieter and more reserved than the rest of the women?

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

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

5. What does Rukmani find while tending her small garden?

(see the answer key)

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