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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 14.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How would Mr. Kapur's action affect Yezad?
(a) It would mean he could lose his job.
(b) It would mean he might have to work more hours.
(c) It would give Yezad an opportunity to own his own store.
(d) It would mean more responsibility and more money.

2. What type of school do Murad and Jehangir attend?
(a) A private boys' school.
(b) A prep school.
(c) An English-style school.
(d) A public school.

3. What do Coomy and Jal do at home to keep Nariman from coming back?
(a) They leave on an extended vacation.
(b) They destroy the ceilings.
(c) They set fire to Nariman's room.
(d) They change the locks.

4. What kind of story does Vilas propose to write for his drama club?
(a) One of torture and death.
(b) One about awakening the poor to their plight.
(c) One of life and celebration.
(d) One of success.

5. What are Roxana and Yezad most concerned about when it looks like Nariman will be staying with them for a while?
(a) Their finances.
(b) The fact that Nariman is not healing.
(c) Coomy and Jal's indifference to their father.
(d) The effect of Nariman's presence on their boys.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why do Vilas' friends urge Yezad to stay away from Matka?

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

3. In a flashback, Nariman recalls a person who makes him happy. Who is it?

4. How does the doctor treat Nariman's injury at the hospital?

5. What excuse does Kapur give for not running for municipal office?

(see the answer key)

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