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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Edul's wife describe Nariman's home?
(a) The house of unhappiness.
(b) The house of uncertainty.
(c) The house of much sadness.
(d) The house of happiness.

2. At the beginning of the story, Nariman is preparing to celebrate which birthday?
(a) His seventy-ninth.
(b) His seventy-eighth.
(c) His seventy-seventh.
(d) His eightieth.

3. Why does Vilas tell Yezad it is in his best interest to remain honest?
(a) Yezad has promised Vilas he will always be honest.
(b) It is always the right thing to do.
(c) He is bound by his Parsi heritage.
(d) Honesty is the best policy.

4. What does Edul say he must use to repair Nariman's room?
(a) A new wood beam.
(b) A steel girder.
(c) Heavy aluminum panels.
(d) Many coats of plaster.

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

Short Answer Questions

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

2. What does Nariman want Coomy to bring to the table as she prepares for his birthday dinner?

3. What is Nariman's occupation?

4. What kind of story does Vilas propose to write for his drama club?

5. What does Yezad tell Vilas he is troubled about?

(see the answer key)

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