What work does Sekar do at Ramalingam’s rice mill?
He helps Ramalingam collect paddy from other farmers in the neighbouring villager.
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Why does Sekar need to earn some extra money?
Whatever he produces last only eight months. So, he needs to earn some extra money.
How does he pay back the loan to trader?
He pays back the loan to trader by selling his paddy to him at a lower price.
How much land does Sekar own?
Sekar owns two acres of land.
Why do people migrate?
People migrate from rural to urban areas to find job.
Name some other activities which poor families in rural areas often do for the household apart from farming?
ollecting firewood, getting water and grazing cattle.
How did she pay back the loan to Ramalingam.
She paid back her loan to Ramalingam by selling her cow.
Why did Thulasi borrow from Ramalingam?
She did so for her daughter’s treatment.
What does Thulasi’s husband do when he finds no work on the farm?
In such situation he finds work outside either loading sand from the river or stone from the quarry nearby.
How is Ramalingam different from others according to Thulasi?
Unlike others, Ramalingam does not go looking for cheaper labour from other villages. Whenever there is work, he calls Thulasi.