Reading Quiz: The Breakers of Limitations

What was the main problem faced by Gurung Mali villagers at night?

• No electricity

• No water supply

• Lack of food

• Too many wild animals

• No school facilities

What did Nayau often think about during the nights?

• How to buy more wood for the fire

• How to make the village bright at night

• How to ask the government for help

• How to move to another village

• How to sell crops to the city

Why did some villagers say Nayau’s idea was impossible?

• They lacked money and the river was far

• They did not like new technology

• The government forbade building dams

• They thought electricity was unnecessary

• They had already received power from solar panels

Who suggested using wood because it was cheaper?

• Paoi

• Noh

• Kosa

• Nayau

• Sinko

Why did Nayau reject the idea of using diesel fuel?

• Diesel was too expensive and polluted the air

• The government had banned diesel fuel

• Diesel couldn’t produce enough light

• Diesel was only available in the city

• Diesel required special permission to use

How did Miso react to Nayau’s plan?

• He supported it from the beginning

• He was afraid it would fail and waste money

• He volunteered to be the guarantor

• He immediately left the meeting

• He convinced others to support Nayau

What did Dasen argue about borrowing materials?

• No one would lend without collateral

• Borrowing was the best solution

• Government would provide loans

• Only women could borrow materials

• Shops in the city were willing to help

How did Supardi respond to Nayau?

• He refused to join

• He agreed to help together

• He doubted the success

• He offered to provide money

• He stayed silent

What did Nino, the youngest woman, say?

• Women could also help with the work

• Women would only cook for the men

• She wanted to wait for government aid

• She disagreed with Nayau’s plan

• She left the meeting early

What was Hisako’s attitude?

• Doubtful and worried

• Angry and disappointed

• Motivated and supportive

• Neutral and quiet

• Tired and unwilling