The Home and the World - Chapter 8 Quiz

What does Bimala realize she must do after Amulya alludes to killing a cashier?

Question Answer Choices Bimala knows she must report Amulya to the authorities. Bimala knows she must leave the village with Amulya. Bimala knows she must put this boy back on a righteous path, promising to get the money herself. Bimala knows she must help Amulya with his plan.

What does Nikhil do on a slow work day?

Question Answer Choices Nikhil visits his gardens to commune with nature. Nikhil visits the local market to buy supplies. Nikhil goes to the village to talk to the people. Nikhil spends time reading in his library.

What does Nikhil learn about a zamindar's actions?

Question Answer Choices Nikhil is horrified to learn that a zamindar burned down a debtor's house. Nikhil is horrified to learn that a zamindar poisoned his debtor's food supply. Nikhil is horrified to learn that a zamindar imprisoned his debtor's family. Nikhil is horrified to learn that a zamindar sold his debtor's wife to accrue the money he was owed.

What does Nikhil do when he finds Bimala in the garden?

Question Answer Choices He demands that she explain why she is there. He tells her that she must leave the garden immediately. He assures her he has no desire to be 'her fetters,' knowing that giving Bimala her liberty is the only way to free himself. He accuses her of spying on him and his activities.

What is Panchu's concern regarding his 'sham aunt'?

Question Answer Choices The woman apparently wants Panchu's holdings and has no proof of their kinship. The woman claims to have evidence of their kinship and wants to take over his estate. The woman is trying to marry Panchu off to her daughter without his consent. The woman wants Panchu to leave the village and never return.

How does Bimala feel after Nikhil 'sets her free'?

Question Answer Choices Freedom becomes synonymous with 'emptiness' for Bimala. Freedom becomes synonymous with 'fear' for Bimala. Freedom becomes synonymous with 'power' for Bimala. Freedom becomes synonymous with 'joy' for Bimala.

What does Amulya agree to do for Bimala?

Question Answer Choices Amulya agrees to help Bimala escape from her home. Amulya agrees to take the money from the treasury for her. Amulya agrees to convince Sandip to leave the village. Amulya agrees to steal jewelry from the market for her.

What do critics claim about Nikhil's intentions?

Question Answer Choices Critics claim that Nikhil intends to join the Swadeshi movement. Critics claim that Nikhil wants to overthrow the government. Critics claim that Nikhil plans to leave the country. Critics claim that Nikhil seeks a foreign title and is in league with the police.

What does Bimala vow to do when she encounters Sandip?

Question Answer Choices Bimala vows to leave her husband for him. Bimala vows to help him escape the village. Bimala vows to convince Nikhil to support Sandip. Bimala vows to get him the rupees.

What is Nikhil's stance on the use of intimidation by the Swadeshi movement?

Question Answer Choices Nikhil thinks that Swadeshi should use any means necessary, including violence, to achieve their goals. Nikhil believes that intimidation is necessary for Swadeshi to gain power and control. Nikhil asserts that intimidation will not allow Swadeshi to accumulate the power they seek—people must follow the Cause freely. Nikhil supports the use of intimidation as a way to ensure loyalty to the Swadeshi movement.