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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part Three.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which of the following is among the names Laleh gives to the goldfish on the Kellner’s Haft-Seen?
(a) Ahab.
(b) Queequeg.
(c) Ishmael.
(d) Starbuck.

2. Which of the following does Darius NOT borrow from Sohrab?
(a) Cleats.
(b) Shorts.
(c) Towel.
(d) Boxers.

3. What reason does Darius suggest to Sohrab for his depression?
(a) Drug use.
(b) Bullying.
(c) Trauma.
(d) Genetics.

4. The term “baad gir” carries which of the following meanings, per the novel?
(a) Sheep pen.
(b) Wind catcher.
(c) Minaret.
(d) Place of worship.

5. The word “babou” carries which of the following meanings in the novel?
(a) Mother.
(b) Father.
(c) Uncle.
(d) Aunt.

Short Answer Questions

1. About what ingredient in genmaicha does Darius not want Shirin to know?

2. How long passed since Shirin saw Fariba in person when they reunite in the novel?

3. The comment that “The house felt cozy, like a Hobbit-hole” (206) offers an example of which of the following?

4. The word “mamou” carries which of the following meanings in the novel?

5. How long does it take the Bahramis and Kellners to reach Persepolis from Yazd?

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