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This test consists of 15 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Nariman offer to do to help Jehangir?
(a) To help him make the beds.
(b) To help him clean the kitchen.
(c) To help fix a meal.
(d) To help with homework.

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

4. How does Coomy answer Jal's concern about leaving their father with the Chenoy family?
(a) She says they had no choice.
(b) She says it was the best option.
(c) She expresses concern for Nariman's well-being.
(d) She says she regrets that it had to be done.

5. How does Nariman injure his ankle?
(a) He falls into a trench.
(b) He falls while playing a game.
(c) He falls over an unseen object.
(d) He falls down the stairs.

6. Nariman exhibits symptoms of the early stages of what disease?
(a) Parkinson's.
(b) Cancer.
(c) Alzheimer's.
(d) Tuberculosis.

7. What is Coomy preparing to do when Yezad and Roxana arrive at her home to discuss her concerns for Nariman?
(a) Leave.
(b) Pray.
(c) Clean.
(d) Make room for Nariman.

8. What does Yezad give Villie for helping him with Matka?
(a) Ten dinar.
(b) Ten rupees.
(c) Ten rubies
(d) Ten rubles.

9. What instrument does Roxana's neighbor play?
(a) The harp.
(b) The violin.
(c) The cello.
(d) The trumpet.

10. What does Nariman want Coomy to bring to the table as she prepares for his birthday dinner?
(a) His special plate.
(b) The everyday dishes.
(c) A picture of their mother.
(d) The good china.

11. Why is Jehangir's job as homework monitor in jeopardy?
(a) He does not pay attention to what he is doing.
(b) His grades are not good enough for him to keep the job.
(c) He has accepted too many bribes.
(d) He is getting too old for the job.

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

13. What is Roxana's advice to Jehangir about writing a book?
(a) He should only write the truth.
(b) He should only write nice things.
(c) He should be careful not to hurt anyone's feelings.
(d) He should not write about his own family.

14. What does Nariman have when he returns from his walk on the evening of his birthday?
(a) He has a limp and abrasions on his elbow and forearm.
(b) He has a broken arm.
(c) He has a black eye.
(d) He has a new cane.

15. What does Coomy use to clean Nariman's teeth?
(a) Dishwashing liquid.
(b) Laundry detergent.
(c) Toothpaste.
(d) Toilet bowl cleaner.

Short Answer Questions

1. What was Dr. Tarapore's decision concerning Nariman?

2. What is the Chenoy family hoping to learn from Dr. Tarapore's visit?

3. What do Coomy and Jal do at home to keep Nariman from coming back?

4. What arrangements are made for Nariman at Roxana's?

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

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