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This test consists of 15 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. The term “khiar” carries which of the following meanings, per the novel?
(a) Cucumber.
(b) Squash.
(c) Melon.
(d) Zucchini.

2. How old is Darius’s cousin Parviz?
(a) 19.
(b) 17.
(c) 23.
(d) 21.

3. What brand of cleats does Daruis procure for Sohrab?
(a) Under Armor.
(b) Reebok.
(c) Adidas.
(d) Nike.

4. Which of the following spices does Fariba use in her chelo kabob?
(a) Star anise.
(b) Celery seed.
(c) Turmeric.
(d) Fennel.

5. What is Darius’s middle name?
(a) Oscar.
(b) Grover.
(c) Bert.
(d) Elmo.

6. What celebration typically marks Sizdeh Bedar, per the novel?
(a) An informal dance.
(b) A bonfire.
(c) A formal ball.
(d) A picnic.

7. How many sons does Jamsheed have?
(a) 2.
(b) 0.
(c) 3.
(d) 1.

8. The term “manteaux” carries which of the following meanings, per the novel?
(a) Knee-length jacket.
(b) Waist-length jacket.
(c) Thigh-length jacket.
(d) Hip-length jacket.

9. Which of the following does Darius receive as a Nowruz present from Sohrab?
(a) A jersey.
(b) Nothing.
(c) Money.
(d) A button-up shirt.

10. What cause of death is given for Sohrab’s father?
(a) Shot.
(b) Stabbed.
(c) Hanged.
(d) Bludgeoned.

11. How many opponents do Ali-Reza and Hossein have when Darius and Sohrab join them a second time?
(a) 6.
(b) 4.
(c) 2.
(d) 8.

12. Which of the following does Darius remember to pack before playing soccer with Sohrab again?
(a) Water.
(b) Flags.
(c) Supportive underwear.
(d) Cleats.

13. The term “ghormeh sabzi” carries which of the following meanings, per the novel?
(a) Stew with mutton, dates, and figs.
(b) Stew with deer, barley, and carrots.
(c) Salad of parsley, cilantro, and watercress.
(d) Stew with herbs, greens, and kidney beans.

14. How tall is the baad gir in Yazd?
(a) 100 feet.
(b) 400 feet.
(c) 200 feet.
(d) 300 feet.

15. With which of the following does Darius bribe Laleh as the Bahramis approach the Towers of Silence?
(a) Faludeh.
(b) Pashmak.
(c) Lavoshak.
(d) Qottab.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which of the following bands does Fariba call her favorite?

2. How old is Darius’s cousin Navid?

3. The term “khodahafes” carries which of the following meanings, per the novel?

4. The word “baleh” carries which of the following meanings, per the novel?

5. With whom does Darius note the Kellners had sent Farbia and Ardeshir a rice platter?

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