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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part II: Section 39 | Part II: Section 40.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Behrani's wife do now for only the third time since they arrived in America?
(a) She invites him into her room.
(b) She fixes his favorite dessert.
(c) She buys new clothes for him.
(d) She prepares a special dinner.

2. Of whom does Kathy remind Behrani?
(a) His wife.
(b) His mother.
(c) His cousin Jasmeen.
(d) His daughter Soraya.

3. Why does Nadereh hang the photo of Behrani with the shah?
(a) Because the colors blend well with the furniture.
(b) To remind their new relatives that they are important people.
(c) To frighten their visitors.
(d) To intimidate Kathy.

4. What is Behrani's business as a colonel in Iran?
(a) He was the shah's personal assistant.
(b) He purchased fighter jets.
(c) He was a diplomat.
(d) He worked with the secret police.

5. Why is Behrani worried that Esmail is alone with a visitor during Soraya's homecoming party?
(a) He is afraid that he will tell about his mother's illness.
(b) He is afraid he will tell about Kathy's visit.
(c) He is afraid he will tell that they are no longer rich.
(d) He is afraid that he will tell about his father's jobs.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Behrani regret telling Esmail about their finances?

2. Why has Behrani been worried that Nadereh would object to the widow's walk?

3. Why does Behrani's uncle kill Jasmeen?

4. How does Connie Walsh plan to help Kathy?

5. Why is Nadereh angry that her husband was a high officer in the shah's army?

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