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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part II: Section 53.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. As Behrani considers his own actions over his lifetime, of what does he accuse himself?
(a) He accuses himself of pride.
(b) He accuses himself of cruelty.
(c) He accuses himself of cowardice.
(d) He accuses himself of violence.

2. What does Kathy say about the Behranis in her house?
(a) "They are wonderful people."
(b) "They are more at home there than I ever was."
(c) "They have been kind to me."
(d) "They have offered to move."

3. When Behrani consults his own lawyer, what does he learn?
(a) His purchase was legal; no one could take the house from him.
(b) The purchase was illegal; he could sue the county for restitution.
(c) The purchase was illegal; they would have to move.
(d) The purchase was illegal; he would not recover his investment.

4. What does Nadereh advise her husband to do while Lester is holding them hostage?
(a) Call the police.
(b) Invite Lester to eat.
(c) Threaten him with full disclosure of what he has done.
(d) Try to overpower him.

5. Why does Behrani believe that his daughter Soraya no longer respects him during her homecoming party?
(a) She speaks rudely to him.
(b) She boasts of her father-in-law's fortune.
(c) She ignores him altogether.
(d) She tries to impress her in-laws with memories of Iran.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why is Nadereh angry with Behrani after he forces Kathy to leave?

2. What lie does Behrani tell Esmail when he explains how Kathy lost the house?

3. What does Kathy worry about as she thinks of her own death?

4. Why does Kathy feel suicidal while she's driving the Bonneville?

5. Why does Behrani regret telling Esmail about their finances?

(see the answer key)

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