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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which of the following is not part of the special greeting Murad and Jehangir share with Nariman?
(a) Feeling his bald head.
(b) Asking to see his teeth.
(c) A kiss on the cheek.
(d) Feeling his chin.

2. Which of the following seems most sensitive to Nariman's needs?
(a) Coomy.
(b) Roxana.
(c) Yezad.
(d) Jal.

3. When Coomy calls in Dr. Tarapore, what is his concern about Nariman?
(a) He thinks Nariman needs a change of scenery.
(b) He thinks Nariman is perfectly normal and tells Coomy not to worry.
(c) He thinks Nariman may be crazy.
(d) He thinks Nariman is in danger of depression.

4. How does Nariman deal with Coomy's ranting?
(a) He ignores her.
(b) He is meekly obedient.
(c) He yells back at her.
(d) He is quietly sarcastic.

5. Which of the following is most true about Coomy?
(a) Coomy pretends she cares for others.
(b) Coomy pretends she doesn't mind cleaning up after her father.
(c) Coomy is a cheerful and considerate person.
(d) Coomy genuinely cares for others.

Short Answer Questions

1. At the beginning of the story, Nariman is preparing to celebrate which birthday?

2. What does Coomy confess to Jal about caring for their father?

3. What is Roxana's advice to Jehangir about writing a book?

4. What is the relationship of Coomy and Jal to Nariman?

5. How long does Nariman stay in the hospital?

(see the answer key)

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