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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through The Paying Guests.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What new game does Pesi invent in Firozsha Baag?
(a) Chase-the-dog.
(b) Catch-a-rat.
(c) Stoning-the-cats.
(d) Spit-in-the-yard.

2. What image does Korshedbai carry at the back of her mind?
(a) Her bird in the cage.
(b) A flock of crows pecking something dead.
(c) Pigeons being fed by her husband.
(d) Kashmira in her apartment.

3. What does Tehmina think the Boyces do to Najamai?
(a) Rob her flat.
(b) Help her whenever possible.
(c) Offer her their fridge to use.
(d) Take advantage of her generosity.

4. Who is the first character introduced in the story, "One Sunday?"
(a) Dolly.
(b) Silloo.
(c) Vera.
(d) Najamai.

5. How is Jehangir physically different from Pesi?
(a) He is obese.
(b) He has muscular arms.
(c) He has no facial hair.
(d) He has very light hair.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Dr. Mody's favorite activity?

2. Where had Tehmina once have to go to get ice before Najamai purchased a fridge?

3. What has Kersi wanted to do ever since primary school?

4. What does Najamai smell in her kitchen upon returning to it after the theft?

5. What does Mr. Karani first tell Boman is the only remedy to Boman's paying guests problem?

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