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

They are his stepchildren.

2. What is Nariman's occupation?

He is a retired professor.

3. Because of her many rules and constant crabbing, Nariman thinks Coomy is best suited for which of the following positions?

A headmistress.

4. At the beginning of the story, Nariman is preparing to celebrate which birthday?

His seventy-ninth.

5. Why do Coomy and Jal not want Nariman to go out alone?

They are afraid something will happen to him.

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