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Family Matters | Quiz

Rohinton Mistry
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Family Matters | Quiz

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1)

Why does Roxana stop Jehangir from explaining his book to Nariman? (from Chapter 6)

She needs Jehangir's help in the kitchen.
Nariman is not interested in what Jehangir reads.
Jehangir is making too much noise.
Nariman has fallen asleep.
2)

Why does Yezad have trouble finding another job? (from Chapter 20)

Yezad has a reputation as a trouble maker.
No one wants someone connected with a murder.
No one wants a person with Yezad's experience.
Yezad is too old to find another job.
3)

How does Yezad get to work? (from Chapter 7)

By train.
By car.
By bus.
By foot.
4)

What makes Roxana check on Nariman while he sleeps? (from Chapter 6)

She wants to be sure he is breathing.
She thinks he needs help.
She thinks she hears him coughing.
She thinks he called her name.
5)

What news about his intentions does Mr. Kapur share with Yezad as they get together after work? (from Chapter 7)

He is considering adding on the the store he has.
He is considering buying another store.
He is considering running for the municipal council.
He is considering selling the store.
6)

What does Roxana wish to talk to Coomy about when she goes to Chateau Felicity? (from Chapter 9)

Nariman's health.
Nariman's medicine.
Nariman's diet.
Nariman's will.
7)

How does Mrs. Kapur act when Yezad asks about his Christmas present from Mr. Kapur? (from Chapter 20)

She says if Yezad can find it he can have it.
She says Yezad is fortunate to have had such a good boss.
She says Yezad must have been mistaken about Kapur's intention.
She says he would never give such a valuable gift.
8)

Why does Roxana fire the nurse hired to look after Nariman? (from Epilogue)

The nurse is late for work too often.
The nurse does not clean Nariman properly.
The nurse scalds him with hot tea.
Roxana does not like the nurse.
9)

When does the author indicate that Nariman will be able to move about and take care of himself? (from Chapter 8)

About three weeks.
It depends on the exercises he does.
It is hard to tell from the story.
Never.
10)

Why can Husain only work part time? (from Chapter 7)

He goes to school.
He has another job.
He is a victim of earlier riots.
He is physically challenged.
11)

What is Yezad's excuse for not helping Nariman with his urinal? (from Chapter 14)

He cannot stand to be around Nariman.
He thinks Nariman is too needy.
He considers helping Nariman to be Roxana's job.
Yezad promised himself that he would never touch the bedpan or urinal.
12)

How does Nariman help Jehangir go back to sleep when Jehangir is restless? (from Chapter 9)

He tells Jehangir to hold Nariman's hand.
He tells Jehangir to pray quietly.
He tells Jehangir a story.
He sings Jehangir a lullaby.
13)

Why does Yezad not use Mr. Kapur's first name during work hours? (from Chapter 7)

Because Mr. Kapur will not use Yezad's last name.
He thinks using his boss's first name is too informal.
Mr. Kapur's first name is too hard for Yezad to say.
He cannot remember Mr. Kapur's first name.
14)

How do the children react to Kapur? (from Chapter 17)

Most are afraid of the Santa suit.
Most jus want the candy Santa has to offer.
Most are eager to sit on Santa's lap.
Most are afraid of the Santa suit.
15)

How does Yezad use the item he borrowed from his neighbor Villie Cardmaster? (from Chapter 6)

He makes Nariman sleep on it.
He uses it to cover the windows.
He uses it for his own bed.
He makes a tent on the balcony.
16)

What excuse does Kapur give for not running for municipal office? (from Chapter 13)

His wife is against it.
He is too busy with the store.
He does not have enough money.
It is not the right time.
17)

What arrives at Kapur's store that he get all excited about? (from Chapter 17)

His Santa suit.
Members of the Shiv Sena.
Lots of children.
Supplies for a second store.
18)

In Nariman's words, how would you complete this sentence, "the loss of home ...? (from Chapter 11)

...creates a huge empty space."
...leave a hole that is too big to fill."
,,,leaves a hole that can never be filled."
...leaves an emptiness that can never be filled."
19)

What kind of reception does Yezad get from Kapur's wife? (from Chapter 19)

She invites him to stay with them for a while.
She is very cold toward him.
She welcomes him with open arms.
She says he must never come to their house again.
20)

Who is the narrator of the Epilogue? (from Epilogue)

Murad.
Jehangir.
Yezad.
Nariman.
21)

When does Coomy intend to let Nariman come home? (from Chapter 8)

When he can care for himself.
When she returns from vacation.
In three weeks.
Never.
22)

What is Kapur's reaction when Yezad asks for an advance? (from Chapter 12)

He grants the advance without question.
He tells Yezad that if he gets an advance he will have to accept more responsibility.
He does not bother to answer Yezad.
He tells Yezad he will have to work for it.
23)

What is Matka? (from Chapter 9)

An Indian dice game.
An Indian card game.
An Indian numbers game.
An Indian racing event.
24)

Why does Kapur not respond to Yezad's request about his new responsibilities? (from Chapter 13)

Kapur tells Yezad he will find out in time.
Kapur is mad at Yezad for breaking an ornament,
Kapur is too excited about his Christmas decorations.
Kapur has not made up his mind about the new responsibilities.
25)

What are Yezad's plans for Nariman when Nariman's time with the Chenoys is over? (from Chapter 6)

Send Nariman back to Coomy and Jal.
Help Nariman find a place of his own.
Invite Nariman to stay longer.
Yezad has no plans for Nariman.
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