1. How is the Ratliff's house in New Hampshire different from the one in New York City?
(a) The windows are always open, unlike in New York City.
(b) It's not, it's very similar, showing their taste in every piece of furniture.
(c) It's a typical summer home with no personality at all.
(d) It's the complete opposite, dark, musty and full of primitive furniture.

2. What unexpected effect does the wedding have on Gogol and Moushumi?
(a) They feel greater respect for their Indian heritage.
(b) They feel effervescent and energized.
(c) It makes them realize how serious marriage truly is.
(d) They are worn out and just want to rest.

3. What happens to Ashoke and Ashima within a decade of moving to America?
(a) They become true Americans.
(b) They seldom know what's going on with their families in India.
(c) They lose touch with their families in India.
(d) They both become orphans.

4. What embarrasses Gogol about the meal his mother has prepared for his and Maxine's visit?
(a) There is too much food and it's too rich for the warm weather.
(b) It's too spicy; Maxine doesn't like spicy food.
(c) His mother didn't care enough to prepare a nice meal.
(d) It's not the kind of food Maxine is used to.

5. How does Gogol feel about his frequent visits to Maxine's home?
(a) He feels like he doesn't belong and never will.
(b) He feels like he's effortlessly incorporated into their lives.
(c) He is uncomfortable with their overly friendly attitude towards him.
(d) He feels like they are only pretending to like him.