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Malgudi Days: Rama Rao's Business Quiz

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Why was it difficult for Rama Rao to find employment?

He was overqualified for most job positions

He was not actively searching for employment

He was approaching forty and had lost his independent business (correct)

He was not skilled in any particular profession

What measures did Rama Rao's wife take to save money?

Sent the children to a pre-primary school and let out their bungalow (correct)

Enrolled the children in a fashionable nursery school and moved to a larger house

Hired a new cook and a servant to reduce the workload

Returned all the expensive clothes and accessories for a refund

What was the general response Rama Rao received when he applied for jobs?

Employers were impressed with his business-like approach and offered him immediate employment

Most employers expressed pity but mentioned that there were no opportunities available (correct)

There was a bidding war between employers to hire him

Employers warmly welcomed him and offered him multiple positions

How did Rama Rao's family react when he returned home after a day of job hunting?

They expressed disappointment and frustration at his inability to find a job Signup and view all the answers

What change did Rama Rao notice in his wife's behavior after their financial troubles began?

She became withdrawn and spent most of her time in the kitchen Signup and view all the answers

What caused Rama Rao to go out of work?

The collapse of the gramophone company he was the agent for Signup and view all the answers

How did the collapse of the gramophone company affect Rama Rao's financial situation?

He lost the little money he had inherited as security for the agency Signup and view all the answers

What was responsible for the collapse of the gramophone company?

A series of circumstances in the world of trade, commerce, banking, and politics Signup and view all the answers

Why did Rama Rao find himself in the streets suddenly?

The collapse of the gramophone company and slow stock movement Signup and view all the answers

What impact did the collapse have on Rama Rao's stock on hand?

The stock moved out slowly and the prices were going down Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Rama Rao's Employment Struggles

Rama Rao faced difficulties in finding employment, likely due to the collapse of the gramophone company where he worked.

Rama Rao's Family and Financial Situation

Rama Rao's wife took measures to save money amidst their financial troubles.
The family's financial situation worsened when Rama Rao went out of work, causing them to struggle to make ends meet.

Job Hunting and Family Reaction

Rama Rao received a general response of rejection when he applied for jobs, leading to disappointment and frustration.
His family reacted with concern and empathy when he returned home after a day of unsuccessful job hunting.

Changes in Rama Rao's Life

Rama Rao noticed a change in his wife's behavior after their financial troubles began, likely becoming more frugal and anxious.
The collapse of the gramophone company caused Rama Rao to lose his job and become unemployed.

The Gramophone Company's Collapse

The gramophone company's collapse led to Rama Rao's financial situation deteriorating.
The company's collapse was responsible for Rama Rao's sudden loss of employment and financial instability.
The collapse of the company also caused Rama Rao to have stock on hand with no buyers, further exacerbating his financial woes.

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Test your knowledge about Rama Rao's business struggles after the gramophone company, of which he was the Malgudi agent, went out of existence. Explore the challenges he faced and the impact on his family in this insightful quiz.