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Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Nariman expect to hear from the boys at suspenseful parts of his stories?
(a) Questions as to what comes next.
(b) The answers to his questions.
(c) Laughter.
(d) Guesses as to what happens next.

2. Why does Rustomji shout at the boys of Firozsha Baag?
(a) For not fixing his toilet.
(b) For robbing apartments.
(c) For playing cricket there.
(d) For getting plaster in his bathtub.

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

4. What do Najamai and Moti first do when they realize the young man has come to see the purgree?
(a) Drop their tea.
(b) Exchange glances.
(c) Smile in approval.
(d) Scream.

5. Who is the foremost "flicker" amongst the schoolboys in "The Collectors"?
(a) Eric.
(b) Pesi.
(c) Patla.
(d) Jehangir.

Short Answer Questions

1. In "Condolence Visit," what is Daulat's one fervent prayer?

2. What are Daddy's tweezers compared to?

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

4. Why does Daulat become relieved with Moti's conversation during the condolence visit?

5. What does Dr. Mody do to reward Jehangir for collecting new stamps?

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