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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is the Chenoy family hoping to learn from Dr. Tarapore's visit?
(a) That he can completely remove Nariman's cast.
(b) That Nariman can move into his own place.
(c) That Nariman is well enough to go home.
(d) That Nariman no longer needs continual care.

2. Why does Coomy get angry during the discussion about the cost of caring for Nariman?
(a) She says she is doing the best she can.
(b) She thinks Roxana is too critical of her.
(c) She loves Nariman and doesn't want to lose him.
(d) She thinks Roxana is accusing her of stealing.

3. According to Coomy, who is supposed to inherit Chateau Felicity?
(a) Yasmin.
(b) Roxana and Yezad.
(c) Coomy and Jal.
(d) Lucy.

4. How does the cleaning woman awaken Coomy?
(a) By making too much noise.
(b) By ringing the doorbell.
(c) By knocking on the door.
(d) By coming into the room.

5. What does Nariman observe as Coomy and Jal move him to Roxana's apartment?
(a) It is hard for them to hide their eagerness to be rid of him.
(b) It is hard for them to hide their sadness at his leaving.
(c) They are both looking forward to seeing Roxana again.
(d) They are both eager to see him comfortable and cared for.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Coomy answer Jal's concern about leaving their father with the Chenoy family?

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

3. How does Nariman injure his ankle?

4. What happens the first time Nariman attempts to walk when he gets back to Roxana's?

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

Short Essay Questions

1. What is the basis of the argument between Coomy and Roxana at the beginning of Chapter 9? How is this argument different from others they have had?

2. What jobs does Vilas Rane hold?

3. What is Yezad's solution when both boys want to sleep on the balcony, and what does it tell you about Yezad's character?

4. What arguments to Vilas and his friends use to discourage Yezad from playing Matka?

5. How has the Chenoy family financial situation affected Murad and Jehangir?

6. What is Nariman's deepest regret?

7. What type of person is Coomy?

8. What is the subject of Nariman's flashbacks, and why is mention of his flashbacks important to the story?

9. Nariman is well known in the Bombay medical community. What evidence is there that his opinion is valued?

10. Describe the living conditions for Nariman Vakeel at the beginning of the novel.

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