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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 20.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Miss Alvarez ask to speak to Jehangir's parents?
(a) Jehangir has been taking bribes as homework monitor.
(b) She wants to tell them how good Jehangir is.
(c) She wants to tell them she is quitting.
(d) Jehangir is being released as homework monitor.

2. Why are Jehangir and Murad excited about having Nariman stay with them?
(a) Nariman spoils them.
(b) They love Nariman.
(c) They can sleep on the balcony.
(d) They can stay up later.

3. What happens as the Chenoys wait at the bus stop?
(a) Roxana is abducted.
(b) Yezad is beaten and robbed.
(c) They are accosted by a pair of drunks.
(d) Murad and Jehangir get in a fight.

4. What does Jal share with Yezad and Roxana after Coomy's death?
(a) Food he and Coomy had ordered.
(b) News about Coomy's will.
(c) Leftovers from the funeral.
(d) Coomy's favorite recipes.

5. Who is to play in the afternoon cricket match?
(a) Slaves and non-slaves.
(b) Catholics and non-Catholics.
(c) Catholics and Indians.
(d) Students and non-students.

Short Answer Questions

1. When does Coomy intend to let Nariman come home?

2. What is Nariman's observation about how Coomy died?

3. How are Murad and Jehangir instructed to act when they arrive at Nariman's home?

4. How long does Nariman stay in the hospital?

5. What is the predominant mood of the dinner party?

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