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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Coomy hope to combat the smell of Nariman's bowel movements?
(a) She holds her nose.
(b) She opens all the windows.
(c) She turns on his ceiling fan.
(d) She makes him go outside.

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

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) Cleaning his room and readying it for his return.
(d) Getting rid of the smells he left behind.

4. Why does Coomy request that Phoola Phoola clean her room first?
(a) So she can spend time with her father.
(b) Because it was not cleaned the last time.
(c) So she can go back to bed.
(d) So she can watch to see that it is done correctly.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Coomy prepare for her father's return from the hospital?

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

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

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

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

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