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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book 2, Indra, Agni & Soma : Chapter 2, More Agni & Soma.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is the inner membrane of the embryo called?
(a) Caul.
(b) Nucleus.
(c) Wall.
(d) Cytoplasm.

2. What is symbolic of primeval chaotic matter, the seed of the creator, and the sacrificial oblation?
(a) Water.
(b) Butter.
(c) Sky.
(d) Milk.

3. What are the human and demonic enemies of the invading Indo-Aryans?
(a) Panis.
(b) Atmans.
(c) Agnus.
(d) Saramas.

4. The long-haired ascetic is an early precursor of the Upanisadic _____.
(a) Sacrifice.
(b) Soma.
(c) Yama.
(d) Yogi.

5. What work does the author think the "The Boy and the Chariot" might be the kernel of?
(a) The Pancatantra.
(b) Upanishads.
(c) Naciketas.
(d) The Bhagavad Gita.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does the word 'tapas' mean?

2. What word is often identified with the soul?

3. How many wheels does the chariot have in "The Boy and the Chariot"?

4. What turns into a plant that is used as a substitute for the Soma plant in the hymn, "Soma and Indra and the Eagle"?

5. Who is "Destruction" in the "Burial Hymn"?

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