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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 16 through 18.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How many Iranian colleagues and their families did Kazem invite to meet his family at Disneyland in Chapter 4?
(a) 11.
(b) 18.
(c) 6.
(d) 8.

2. At what warehouse of food had Nematollah and Kazem filled up on free samples for lunch in Chapter 13?
(a) Costco.
(b) Price Club.
(c) John's Club.
(d) Sam's Club.

3. What company made a deal with the Shah that allowed them to drill for oil for a relatively small amount in return?
(a) Exxon.
(b) Haliburton.
(c) British Petroleum.
(d) Shell Oil.

4. What is an undesirable item referred to on the show "Let's Make a Deal"?
(a) Zip.
(b) Zap.
(c) Zing.
(d) Zonk.

5. What refers to a religious teaching, originating from India, which declares that by destroying greed, hatred, and delusion, which are the causes of all suffering, man can attain perfect enlightenment?
(a) Taoism.
(b) Judaism.
(c) Buddhism.
(d) Confucianism.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Firoozeh's childhood, most Americans confused Iran with what?

2. What Christmas special did Firoozeh's family enjoy watching on television?

3. What is an expression, word, or phrase that has a figurative meaning that is comprehended in regard to a common use of that expression that is separate from the literal meaning or definition of the words of which it is made?

4. Where in California did Firoozeh's family move on their first move from Iran?

5. Where did Francois want to honeymoon?

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