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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 1, Chapters 5, 6 and 7.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who teaches Rukmani to read and write?
(a) Her husband.
(b) Her teacher.
(c) Her brother.
(d) Her father.

2. As the waters rise from the monsoon rains, what does Nathan admit to his family?
(a) There will not be enough to eat for the coming year.
(b) The new crops were not planted before the rains came.
(c) The large amounts of rain will ensure a great crop.
(d) The hut will not survive until monsoon season ends.

3. Why do Rukmani's parents arrange her marriage to Nathan?
(a) Nathan is a member of the ruling class.
(b) Nathan requires no dowry.
(c) Nathan lives in the same town.
(d) Rukmani is in love with Nathan.

4. Where is Rukmani when she meets the other women?
(a) In the village.
(b) In the fields.
(c) At the brook.
(d) In her home.

5. Why do the village women think Kunthi is quieter and more reserved than the rest of the women?
(a) Kunthi married beneath her.
(b) Kunthi misses her family.
(c) Kunthi doesn't approve of the other women.
(d) Kunthi is ashamed of her husband.

Short Answer Questions

1. What name do Rukmani and Nathan give to their son?

2. How old is Rukmani when she marries Nathan?

3. What nickname does Nathan call Rukmani?

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

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

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