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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. The work “nakon” carries which of the following meanings, per the novel?
(a) Do.
(b) Please.
(c) Don't.
(d) Thank you.

2. The word “shomaa” carries which of the following meanings, per the novel?
(a) You, formal.
(b) Her, formal.
(c) You, informal.
(d) Him, formal.

3. In what grade is Laleh?
(a) Third.
(b) Fourth.
(c) Second.
(d) First.

4. What work does Darius cite as the origin of the name “Sohrab”?
(a) The Shahnahmeh.
(b) The Silmarillion.
(c) The Upanishads.
(d) The Kojiki.

5. Which of the following is among the sites recommended by the second Iranian customs officer Darius encounters?
(a) Tower of Winds.
(b) Azadi Tower.
(c) Masjid-e-Jameh.
(d) Ruins of Persepolis.

Short Answer Questions

1. What color are the curtains in the room Darius is allotted in his grandparents’ house?

2. How long is Darius able to enjoy Stephen’s company most evenings, by report?

3. What is the name of Darius’s gym teacher?

4. How long does Ardeshir spend watering his fig trees?

5. The word “chador” means which of the following, per the novel?

(see the answer key)

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