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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part II Cook's Joy.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When does Miss Nili start visiting Mr. Salgado?
(a) June 1965.
(b) December 1971.
(c) April 1969.
(d) February 1967.

2. When the cashier mentions the part of Sri Lanka that he's from, what does the narrator think of?
(a) Jasmine flowers.
(b) Oysters.
(c) Gold coins.
(d) Pearls.

3. Does the cashier understand the suggestions the narrator gives him in a Sri Lankan language?
(a) He pretends he does not understand.
(b) He understands some.
(c) No, he doesn't.
(d) No, but he pretends he understands.

4. What does Miss Nili drop during the Christmas Eve dinner?
(a) Piece of turkey.
(b) Piece of pie.
(c) Cup of coffee.
(d) Glass of wine.

5. How does Nili feel about the food Triton prepares?
(a) She'd rather he add more spices.
(b) She loves it.
(c) She tolerates it.
(d) She thinks he can do much better.

Short Answer Questions

1. While working for Mr. Salgado, how does Triton educate himself?

2. Why does Miss Nili borrow Mr. Salgado's blue shirt?

3. When the cashier experiences technical difficulties, what does he consider doing?

4. What is the cashier's immigration status?

5. At the start of the story, what does the narrator notice about the cashier?

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