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Why did the brahmana rush towards the Pandavas for help?
Why did the brahmana rush towards the Pandavas for help?
- He wanted to borrow something from the Pandavas
- A deer had run away with his fire-kindling mortar (correct)
- He needed assistance with a fire sacrifice
- He wanted the Pandavas to hunt the deer for him
What led to the Pandavas feeling dejected under the banyan tree?
What led to the Pandavas feeling dejected under the banyan tree?
- They felt guilty for falling into a pitiable state
- They were unable to catch the deer
- The deer they pursued had disappeared into the forest (correct)
- They regretted not rescuing Draupadi in the assembly
What does Nakula regret not being able to do for the brahmana?
What does Nakula regret not being able to do for the brahmana?
- Render even a trifling service (correct)
- Rescue Draupadi from the assembly
- Kill those who caused their sorrows
- Conduct a fire sacrifice
Why does Bhima feel they have fallen into a pitiable state?
Why does Bhima feel they have fallen into a pitiable state?
What does Yudhishthira believe would make the Pandavas more cheerful?
What does Yudhishthira believe would make the Pandavas more cheerful?
What is the main problem faced by Nakula and Sahadeva when they reach the pool?
What is the main problem faced by Nakula and Sahadeva when they reach the pool?
Why did Yudhishthira send Sahadeva to the pool?
Why did Yudhishthira send Sahadeva to the pool?
What was Arjuna's initial reaction when he saw his brothers lying near the pool?
What was Arjuna's initial reaction when he saw his brothers lying near the pool?
What warning did the invisible being give before allowing anyone to drink the water from the pool?
What warning did the invisible being give before allowing anyone to drink the water from the pool?
Why did Arjuna feel that thirst was the enemy he must kill first?
Why did Arjuna feel that thirst was the enemy he must kill first?