Blue Boy Quiz

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What are some of the noteworthy manifestations of the color blue in this final section of the book? (from Part 2, Brushfire – Section 4)

The core of blue flame in the candle; Mrs. Nevins’ turquoise dress; the sleeping pills Kiran takes at the hospital.

Mrs. Nevins’ turquoise dress; the sleeping pills Kiran takes at the hospital; the bedclothes he is given at home.

The bedclothes he is given at home; the color of his costume for the talent show; the core of blue flame in the candle.

The sleeping pills Kiran takes at the hospital; the bedclothes he is given at home; the color of his costume for the talent show.

What is the real reason that Kiran’s skin has been turning blue? (from Part 2, Brushfire – Section 4)

One of the mineral supplements given to him by his mother has the quality of turning people’s skin blue.

One of the mineral supplements given to him by his father has the quality of turning people’s skins blue.

He is suffering from a particular blood disorder that turns people’s skin blue.

His cells have absorbed the pigmentation of his mother’s makeup.

What are three of the qualities of Krishna that Kiran tries to emulate? (from Part 1, “Kindling” - Section 2)

Playing the flute; being a great lover; being able to talk to animals.

Having blue skin; being able to dance brilliantly; being respectful to his father.

Having blue skin; eating a lot of butter; playing the flute.

Eating a lot of butter; playing the flute; having orange skin.

What are some of the things that Kiran feels guilty about hiding? (from Part 1, “Kindling” - Section 2)

His Penthouse magazine, the butter, and Melissa’s Barbie dolls.

His Strawberry Shortcake doll, his autographed picture of Whitney Houston, and his Penthouse magazine.

The butter, Cody’s pornography, and his secret stash of makeup.

His Strawberry Shortcake doll, his Penthouse magazine, and the butter.

Which person in Kiran’s family was also interested in dance? (from Part 1, Kindling – Section 3)

His cousin.

His mother.

His father.

His grandmother.