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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Phoola Phoola quit?
(a) Nariman has had a bowel movement in his bed.
(b) Coomy is too mean to her.
(c) The whole apartment is too filthy to clean.
(d) Nariman is too mean to her.

2. What is Nariman's response about moving to Roxana's?
(a) He will agree if it is okay with her.
(b) He is happy and excited about the move.
(c) He does not want to leave the comfort of his own room.
(d) He wants to ask her himself.

3. Who does Coomy initially ask for help when Nariman is brought home with an injured ankle?
(a) She did not ask for help.
(b) Their regular doctor, Dr. Tarapore.
(c) Their neighbor Dr. Fitter.
(d) The men who brought him home.

4. What does Nariman want Coomy to bring to the table as she prepares for his birthday dinner?
(a) His special plate.
(b) The everyday dishes.
(c) The good china.
(d) A picture of their mother.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What reason does Coomy give for wanting to move her father to Roxana's apartment?

2. What is the subject of the argument between Roxana and Coomy?

3. What arrangements are made for Nariman at Roxana's?

4. Which of the following seems most sensitive to Nariman's needs?

5. What does Nariman observe as Coomy and Jal move him to Roxana's apartment?

(see the answer key)

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