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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 20.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is Yezad's explanation for the extra money?
(a) He tells Roxana she must have miscounted.
(b) He says maybe Mr. Kapur paid him extra commissions.
(c) He says he has worked overtime.
(d) He admits to playing Matka.

2. What excuse does Coomy give for not having told Roxana about the accident?
(a) She knows Roxana would blame her for letting Nariman get hurt.
(b) She knows Roxana would insist on taking care of Nariman.
(c) She knows Roxana did not have room to care for her father.
(d) She said Roxana is too busy with her family to have time for Nariman.

3. What do Coomy and Jal do at home to keep Nariman from coming back?
(a) They set fire to Nariman's room.
(b) They destroy the ceilings.
(c) They change the locks.
(d) They leave on an extended vacation.

4. Which of the following does not describe Vilas Rane?
(a) He writes letters for others.
(b) He works in a bookstore.
(c) He is a friend of Yezad.
(d) He is unemployed.

5. What does Nariman want Coomy to bring to the table as she prepares for his birthday dinner?
(a) The everyday dishes.
(b) The good china.
(c) A picture of their mother.
(d) His special plate.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Coomy request that Phoola Phoola clean her room first?

2. What kind of reception does Yezad get from Kapur's wife?

3. What does Yezad tell Jehangir that his name means?

4. Why does Vilas tell Yezad it is in his best interest to remain honest?

5. Why is Jehangir's job as homework monitor in jeopardy?

(see the answer key)

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