1. What does the Ganguli family do in the beginning of their life in their new home, in the evenings?
(a) They work on their English language skills.
(b) They watch American programs on their television.
(c) They go for drives and explore their new environs bit by bit.
(d) They sit outside and enjoy the luxury of a real yard.

2. What's the first thing that causes Ashima and Ashoke to suspect she's pregnant?
(a) She gains weight quickly, which makes them suspect pregnancy.
(b) She faints.
(c) She throws up after breakfast.
(d) She accuses Ashoke of substituting salt for sugar.

3. What does Ashima tell Ashoke as soon as they bring their baby home?
(a) She tells him they are starting on a new journey in life.
(b) She says nothing; she is tired and needs her sleep.
(c) She says she can't do this.
(d) She rebukes him for not having done the dishes.

4. What bad news does Ashima receive from her family in India soon after Gogol's birth?
(a) Her grandmother has had a stroke.
(b) Her father has lost his job.
(c) Their home was flooded and suffered extensive damage.
(d) Her little brother's wedding has been called off.

5. What two kinds of parties does Gogol have for his fourteenth birthday?
(a) One at home and one at a pizza parlor.
(b) One with family and one with school friends.
(c) One on his actual birthday, another on the weekend when it's convenient.
(d) One with friends from school and one with Indian friends of his family.