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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part II Cook's Joy.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When Joseph is in Mr. Salgado's room, what does he do when Triton finds him there?
(a) Lets out a loud scream.
(b) Threatens the boy with a knife.
(c) Runs out the door.
(d) Pushes the boy onto the bed.

2. What does the word "kolla" mean in Sinhala?
(a) Soda.
(b) Reef.
(c) Beginnings.
(d) Boy.

3. What does Miss Nili advise regarding the holiday decor?
(a) To cover the house in twinkling lights.
(b) To take down most of it.
(c) To add more Christmas tree decorations.
(d) To add shinier decor.

4. In what language does the narrator try to speak to the cashier?
(a) Swahili.
(b) Swedish.
(c) Spanish.
(d) Sinhala.

5. Why does the cashier turn off the outside lights?
(a) So he can take a ten-minute smoking break.
(b) So the monthly electric bill won't be as high.
(c) To close early and go home to his family.
(d) To keep customers away while the problem is being resolved.

Short Answer Questions

1. When another guest arrives for the Christmas Eve dinner at Mr. Salgado's house, what does Triton do?

2. Why does Salgado say he's reluctant to work for the government?

3. What does Triton say when Mr. Salgado asks him if he has any schooling?

4. What does Triton do after he finishes serving Christmas Eve dinner to Mr. Salgado and his guests?

5. When the cashier experiences technical difficulties, what does he consider doing?

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