The Home and the World - Chapter 6 Quiz

Who debriefs Sandip on various conflicts related to the Cause?

Question Answer Choices Bimala. Amulya. Nikhil. Panchu.

What does Bimala do after Sandip grabs her hand?

Question Answer Choices She pulls away and leaves the room. She slaps him and walks away. She turns pale and the physical contact goes no further. She starts crying and runs out.

What does Nikhil do to help Panchu after his goods are burned?

Question Answer Choices He introduces him to new business partners. He gives him money to leave the market. He buys him new goods and rents him land. He hires him as a servant.

Who moves into Panchu's rented space claiming kinship?

Question Answer Choices His sister-in-law from his first marriage. His estranged brother. An aunt claiming to be Panchu's late uncle's second wife. His cousin from a distant village.

What does Sandip believe they have sidestepped when he drops Bimala's hand?

Question Answer Choices An argument. A misunderstanding. A crisis. A scandal.

What does Sandip suggest as extreme measures for those continuing to engage with foreign goods?

Question Answer Choices Spreading rumors about them. Boycotting their businesses. Burning their granaries or sinking their boats. Reporting them to the authorities.

Why does Sandip refuse to be a witness for Panchu?

Question Answer Choices He believes real revolution comes from 'bad men' and corruption. He does not know Panchu well. He is afraid of retaliation. He thinks Panchu is guilty.

Why does Bimala feel her pride is bruised after speaking with Nikhil?

Question Answer Choices She was confident in her ability to win her husband over, but she failed. She felt ignored by Nikhil. She was embarrassed by Nikhil's reaction. She realized she was wrong about the Swadeshi movement.

Why does Panchu refuse to file a complaint after being fined for selling foreign items?

Question Answer Choices He is afraid of further punishment. No one will serve as his witness. He does not trust the legal system. He agrees with the Swadeshi supporters.

What does Sandip ask Bimala to procure for the Cause?

Question Answer Choices Food. Money. Weapons. Supporters.