RI 8.3 from "The Egg Business Lays an Egg"

What was Aiden's initial plan for his farm?

• To grow vegetables

• To start a dairy farm

• To maintain chickens for eggs

• To cultivate rice

Why was Delhi considered a dependable market for Sultan Singh's egg business?

• It was a small town

• It had a rapidly growing population

• It was close to the sea

• It had many farmers

During a history class, Arjun was asked about the main religion in India mentioned in the text. What was his answer?

• Buddhism

• Christianity

• Hinduism

• Islam

Michael was discussing with his friends about the challenges faced by the egg industry in India. What was a major concern he mentioned?

• Lack of transportation

• Strict vegetarians who refuse to eat eggs

• High cost of feed

• Lack of water supply

How did Elijah view the opinions of his neighbors about his business?

• He was very concerned

• He ignored them

• He sought their approval

• He changed his business plan

What was the social status of the caste involved in the poultry business in Sultan Singh's village?

• Highest caste

• Middle caste

• Lowest caste

• Royal caste

What was a measure of Sultan Singh's self-confidence?

• His wealth

• His education

• His willingness to engage in a low-caste business

• His large family

How many hens and roosters were there in the village before Sultan Singh started his business?

• About 50 hens and 10 roosters

• About 100 hens and 20 roosters

• About 20 hens and 4 roosters

• About 200 hens and 40 roosters

In Mason's village, what was the cost of a large egg compared to a farm laborer's daily pay?

• Half the daily pay

• Twice the daily pay

• Three times the daily pay

• Equal to the daily pay

Who welcomed the authors when they visited Sultan Singh's farm twenty years later?

• Sultan Singh

• Sultan Singh's brother, Ran Singh

• The village chief

• Sultan Singh's son