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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What work does the Ramayana follow after?
(a) The Iliad
(b) The Mahabharata
(c) The Bhagavad-Gita.
(d) The Koran

2. What is this age characterized by?
(a) Brutality
(b) Contrivance
(c) Dharma
(d) Luxury

3. In what did Valmiki see Rama’s life?
(a) A cup of tea
(b) A flowing river
(c) A mirror
(d) A handful of water

4. For how long had Rama and Sita been married when Dasaratha says that he wants Rama to rule?
(a) 10 years
(b) 14 years
(c) 12 years
(d) 8 years

5. Why does Dasaratha say he wants to step down?
(a) His health is failing
(b) He has too many responsibilities
(c) He enjoys too much happiness
(d) His debts to himself are all paid

Short Answer Questions

1. Complete the following statement: Rama and Lakshmana learned two mantras, one for strength, and one for ________.

2. What does the poet say is the hardest thing of all to do?

3. What is Viswamitra unable to complete, because of Ravana?

4. What does Agni do for Indra after Indra seduces Gautama’s wife?

5. What reason does Sumantra give Dasaratha for his opinion?

(see the answer key)

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