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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 2, Chapters 24 and 25.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. How is Ira earning the money she is using to buy food for her brother?
(a) By teaching other villagers to read.
(b) By gambling in the tavern.
(c) By prostituting herself.
(d) By selling her writings.

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

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

5. Which one of Nathan's sons has no skill for farming?
(a) Thambi.
(b) Kuti.
(c) Selvam.
(d) Arjun.

Short Answer Questions

1. How old is Ira when she is given in marriage?

2. Who does Rukmani actually find in the house?

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

4. As the story opens, what is Rukmani dreaming of?

5. At the beginning of Chapter 4, what news does Arjun bring to the family?

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