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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 6.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is happening to Nariman as the story progresses?
(a) He is living less and less in the present world.
(b) He is becoming more alert.
(c) He is becoming more aware of his mortality.
(d) He is becoming more loving.

2. What does Nariman offer to do to help Jehangir?
(a) To help him clean the kitchen.
(b) To help with homework.
(c) To help him make the beds.
(d) To help fix a meal.

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

4. What are Yezad's plans for Nariman when Nariman's time with the Chenoys is over?
(a) Send Nariman back to Coomy and Jal.
(b) Yezad has no plans for Nariman.
(c) Invite Nariman to stay longer.
(d) Help Nariman find a place of his own.

5. What prompts Roxana to change her mind about taking her father in?
(a) Coomy says Nariman is looking forward to being with Roxana's family.
(b) Roxana really misses her father and wants him near.
(c) Coomy says Nariman is waiting outside in an ambulance.
(d) Roxana realizes all Coomy's reasons are good ones.

Short Answer Questions

1. What instrument does Roxana's neighbor play?

2. What is the alternative name suggested for Bombay?

3. When Coomy calls in Dr. Tarapore, what is his concern about Nariman?

4. Who asks Nariman for his assistance while he is in the hospital?

5. What is Nariman's response about moving to Roxana's?

(see the answer key)

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