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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 17.

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 Nariman no longer needs continual care.
(c) That Nariman can move into his own place.
(d) That he can completely remove Nariman's cast.

2. How does Nariman help Jehangir go back to sleep when Jehangir is restless?
(a) He tells Jehangir to pray quietly.
(b) He tells Jehangir a story.
(c) He sings Jehangir a lullaby.
(d) He tells Jehangir to hold Nariman's hand.

3. How did Kapur react to Yezad's story in Chapter 15?
(a) He went into a rage and destroyed his window displays.
(b) He complimented Yezad on a job well done.
(c) He closed the store to avoid any more problems.
(d) He decided to do nothing immediately.

4. What does Yezad tell Kapur happened while Kapur was out getting his blood pressure checked?
(a) Yezad paid the Shiv Sena to leave Kapur alone.
(b) Two men from Shiv Sena came by and threatened him.
(c) The Shiv Sena announced their intentions to remove all Christmas decorations.
(d) Yezad promised that Kapur would remove the Christmas decorations.

5. What is Yezad's attitude toward religion?
(a) He tends to scoff at religious practices.
(b) He is searching for answers.
(c) He is very devout in his faith.
(d) He will attend church, but is not necessarily interested.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is happening to Nariman as the story progresses?

2. How does Edul's wife describe Nariman's home?

3. When Coomy calls in Dr. Tarapore, what is his concern about Nariman?

4. What is characteristic of the Shiv Sena?

5. Who does Coomy initially ask for help when Nariman is brought home with an injured ankle?

(see the answer key)

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