2. How does Mrs. Patton respond when she finds Melanie at the swimming hole?
(a) She pretends Melanie has the flu.
(b) She is aghast.
(c) She faints.
(d) She tells Melanie she has to go see a psychiatrist.

3. Around what does Rod Patton's life revolve?
(a) Girls.
(b) Camping and hiking.
(c) Technology.
(d) Sports.

4. Where is Melanie when Arun leaves the Patton household at the end of the book?
(a) In an institution for those with eating disorders.
(b) Out with her boyfriend.
(c) At the movies with Rod.
(d) Locked in her bedroom.

5. Who does not come to the table for dinner at the Patton house?
(a) Rod.
(b) Melanie and Susie.
(c) Melanie and Rod.
(d) Susie.

6. To what does Mrs. O'Henry invite Uma in Chapter 10?
(a) A church service.
(b) A croquet game.
(c) A coffee party.
(d) A baby shower.

7. Where does Dr. Dutt want Uma to work?
(a) The Medical Institute.
(b) Bombay.
(c) Calcutta.
(d) London.

8. What does Arun try to gain courage to do?
(a) Tell Melanie he will help her.
(b) Mention Melanie's eating disorder to Mrs. Patton.
(c) Tell the Pattons he is moving into his own apartment.
(d) Tell Mr. Patton that the daily meat grilling is sickening.

9. What practice is Mrs. Patton considering adopting?
(a) Meditation.
(b) Painting.
(c) Tai Chi.
(d) Yoga.

10. What is Melanie eating when Arun first sees her?
(a) Peanuts.
(b) A bagel.
(c) A donut.
(d) A Babe Ruth bar.

11. What does Mrs. Patton decide to do to help Arun feel comfortable?
(a) Include him in all the family outings.
(b) Try to prepare meals with his native foods.
(c) Give him lots of privacy.
(d) Take him with her to visit friends.

12. What does Arun offer to do before and after his job?
(a) Walk the dog.
(b) Eat his meals in town.
(c) Tutor Melanie in calculus.
(d) Tutor Rod in chemistry.

13. What does Arun see Melanie eating in the kitchen in Chapter 25?
(a) Donuts.
(b) Greasy ribs.
(c) Ice cream.
(d) Tablespoons of cocoa.

14. What does Mama say when she pounds on Uma's door in Chapter 12?
(a) That someone is there to see Uma.
(b) That Papa wishes to apologize.
(c) For Uma to go give the cook instructions.
(d) That Mama is sorry for being so demanding.

15. Where does Mrs. Patton invite Arun to accompany her and Melanie?
(a) The outdoor rock concert.
(b) The park.
(c) The swimming hole.
(d) The movie theater.