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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 12.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is Coomy's first concern after getting rid of Nariman?
(a) Making sure he has all he needs at Roxana's.
(b) Getting rid of the smells he left behind.
(c) Getting rid of any sign that Nariman ever lived with her.
(d) Cleaning his room and readying it for his return.

2. How does Coomy prepare for her father's return from the hospital?
(a) She buys a commode.
(b) She hires a nurse to care for him.
(c) She makes a special place for him.
(d) She buys a bedpan and urinal.

3. Which of the following does not describe Vilas Rane?
(a) He works in a bookstore.
(b) He writes letters for others.
(c) He is unemployed.
(d) He is a friend of Yezad.

4. What responsibility does Murad take on himself at home that upsets Yezad?
(a) Setting the table.
(b) Helping prepare supper.
(c) Weeding the flowerbeds.
(d) Winding the clock.

5. How does Coomy answer Jal's concern about leaving their father with the Chenoy family?
(a) She expresses concern for Nariman's well-being.
(b) She says she regrets that it had to be done.
(c) She says they had no choice.
(d) She says it was the best option.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Yezad's reaction to the customer's offer?

2. How does Nariman injure his ankle?

3. Why is Jehangir's job as homework monitor in jeopardy?

4. What does Mr. Kapur do when he learns that Husain is unable to work?

5. How much extra money does Roxana find in the budget envelopes?

(see the answer key)

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