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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part Four.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. On which of the following does Part Three begin?
(a) Nowruz.
(b) Chaharshanbeh Suri.
(c) Yawm-e-Ali.
(d) Sizdah Bedar.

2. Which of the following is Shirin’s favorite place to kiss Stephen when others are present?
(a) Cheek.
(b) Temple.
(c) Forehead.
(d) Corner of the mouth.

3. Which of the following is noted as a source for the fire in the Atashkadeh?
(a) Butane.
(b) Charcoal.
(c) Lightning.
(d) Propane.

4. How long does Ardeshir spend watering his fig trees?
(a) 20 minutes.
(b) 1 hour.
(c) 30 minutes.
(d) 10 minutes.

5. The work “nakon” carries which of the following meanings, per the novel?
(a) Please.
(b) Thank you.
(c) Don't.
(d) Do.

Short Answer Questions

1. How old is Darius’s cousin Navid?

2. How tall is the baad gir in Yazd?

3. The comment that “Mint is the Borg of herbs” (208) offers an example of which of the following?

4. Which of the following does Darius note is incorporated into Persian ice cream?

5. The comment that “His skin was a volcano” (250) offers an example of which of the following?

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