Question

What tragedy happens to Sophie Mol in the novel?

• A. She is kidnapped
• B. She is murdered by Velutha
• C. She drowns in the river
• D. She died by fever

Answer 1

Answer:

C. She drowns in the river

Sophie Mol tragically drowns in the Meenachil River during a secret boat ride. Her death triggers a cascade of blame, punishment, and emotional destruction for the rest of the family