View a FREE sample

This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 1, Chapters 8, 9, 10 and 11.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When her parents restrict her freedom, what is Ira's reaction?
(a) She sneaks into the village when her parents are in the fields.
(b) She understands, but refuses to listen.
(c) She complains to her parents, but stays near the hut.
(d) She is confused, but doesn't complain.

2. When Rukmani complains to the other women about the village's expansion and its resulting noise, Kunthi insults her. What does Kunthi call Rukmani?
(a) A scared little girl.
(b) An ignorant woman.
(c) A village girl.
(d) A backward child.

3. After the villagers watch the construction workers for a while, what does the overseer do?
(a) Invites them to work.
(b) Requests food and drink for his men.
(c) Tells the villagers to go home.
(d) Thanks the villagers for being so welcoming.

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) Janaki.
(b) Biswas.
(c) Kali.
(d) Kunthi.

5. How old is their daughter before Nathan finally starts taking an interest in her?
(a) Twelve weeks.
(b) Two weeks.
(c) Three years.
(d) Ten months.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. Why do some of the villagers not trust the doctor?

3. After the marriage, Rukmani sees her new home. What is it like?

4. Which of Rukmani's children is the most stubborn?

5. How long does Ira's marriage last?

(see the answer key)

This section contains 276 words (approx. 1 page at 300 words per page) View a FREE sample