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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How many cubes of ice does Laleh take in her tea, by report?
(a) 0.
(b) 2.
(c) 1.
(d) 3.

2. Which of the following is included on “Most Haft-Seens,” per the novel (25)?
(a) Vinegar.
(b) Mirrors.
(c) Photos.
(d) Coins.

3. How many cubes of sugar does Laleh take in her tea, by report?
(a) 3.
(b) 2.
(c) 4.
(d) 1.

4. Nowruz commemorates which of the following in the novel?
(a) Vernal equinox.
(b) Summer solstice.
(c) Winter solstice.
(d) Autumnal equinox.

5. The word “desultorily” carries which of the following meanings?
(a) Drifting and aimless.
(b) Focused and intent.
(c) Chipper and upbeat.
(d) Rebuking and denigrating.

Short Answer Questions

1. The word “mamanbozorg” carries which of the following meanings in the novel?

2. In what grade is Laleh?

3. The phrase “chetori toh” carries which of the following meanings in the novel?

4. The comment that “It always seemed like Farsi was this special thing between Mom and Laleh, like Star Trek was between Dad and me” (21) offers an example of which of the following?

5. Where is the Portland celebration of Chaharshanbeh Suri, per the novel?

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