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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. Why do some of the villagers not trust the doctor?
(a) He is very young.
(b) He is a foreigner.
(c) He is from a rival village.
(d) He is very old.

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) Ira.
(b) Kali.
(c) Janaki.
(d) Rukmani.

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

4. After learning that Nathan killed a cobra, Kali disagrees with his action. Why?
(a) Cobras are territorial and now many more will come to the garden.
(b) Kali believes that cobras are sacred.
(c) Kali belives that killed cobras are reincarnated as evil people.
(d) Cobras are good luck.

5. Who does Rukmani trust to find a suitable husband for Ira?
(a) Kenny.
(b) Old Granny.
(c) Kali.
(d) Kunthi.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Rukmani begin selling her vegetables to Biswas instead of to Old Granny?

2. Why does Rukmani stay until her friend's baby is delivered?

3. How long is Rukmani away from the house while helping the woman in labor?

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

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

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