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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 8.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is the Chenoy family hoping to learn from Dr. Tarapore's visit?
(a) That Nariman is well enough to go home.
(b) That he can completely remove Nariman's cast.
(c) That Nariman can move into his own place.
(d) That Nariman no longer needs continual care.

2. What opportunity does one of the customers present to Yezad?
(a) To pad the bill and make extra money.
(b) To receive protection from the rioters.
(c) To receive an extra shipment without paying for it.
(d) To leave his job and take a better one.

3. What does Husain do when he is having a "good" day?
(a) He waits on customers.
(b) He orders supplies.
(c) He does odd jobs around the store.
(d) He helps Yezad.

4. When does the author indicate that Nariman will be able to move about and take care of himself?
(a) It is hard to tell from the story.
(b) It depends on the exercises he does.
(c) Never.
(d) About three weeks.

5. What is the alternative name suggested for Bombay?
(a) Mumbai.
(b) Nunbai.
(c) Mambo.
(d) Mumbawi.

Short Answer Questions

1. What instrument does Roxana's neighbor play?

2. What happens as the Chenoys wait at the bus stop?

3. What is Coomy's first concern after getting rid of Nariman?

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

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

(see the answer key)

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