1. What does the school counselor say about Gogol missing so much school?
(a) They are concerned and do not like it.
(b) They say nothing, many of their students travel a lot.
(c) They feel the trip itself will be educational.
(d) They insist Gogol keep up on his studies.

2. How had Moushumi become engaged before meeting Gogol?
(a) She'd asked her lover to marry her and he'd accepted.
(b) Her parents arranged the marriage.
(c) They'd realized they couldn't continue on as they were doing and just decided to marry.
(d) Graham had gotten on his knees and proposed just like in the movies.

3. What kind of part-time job does Ashima get in chapter 7?
(a) She works behind the counter at a nearby fast food place.
(b) She helps out at the library.
(c) She works for a home decorator as a consultant.
(d) She works as a translator.

4. What do Moushumi and Gogol do during their free time after they are husband and wife?
(a) They visit their families.
(b) They shop for items for their apartment.
(c) They take night classes to keep their licenses current.
(d) They spend time at the beach with their friends.

5. In India, is it necessary to come up with a name for a child immediately after birth?
(a) Yes, because announcements cannot be sent out until the child has a name.
(b) No, because Indians believe names can wait.
(c) Only if the child is in poor health and may not live long.
(d) Yes, because a name is extrememely important in India.