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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through The Paying Guests.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why is it that Khorshedbai does not get rid of her noisy bangles in "The Paying Guests?"
(a) Not to offend Ardessar.
(b) For the money they are worth.
(c) They announce her presence.
(d) The elegent look they give her.

2. What does Dr. Mody tell Jehangir's mother to do on Sunday morning?
(a) Get Jehangir a new story book.
(b) Send Jehangir outside to play.
(c) Send Jehangir to his house.
(d) Pray.

3. What did Daulat's grandmother's death inadvertently introduce to several boys in the Baag?
(a) Music.
(b) Stamp Collecting.
(c) Reading.
(d) Cooking.

4. What do Najamai and Moti first do when they realize the young man has come to see the purgree?
(a) Exchange glances.
(b) Drop their tea.
(c) Scream.
(d) Smile in approval.

5. In "Condolence Visit," what is Daulat's one fervent prayer?
(a) For Minocher to die with dignity.
(b) For mourners to arrive after one month.
(c) That Minocher would receive a miracle cure.
(d) To tell her visitors how her husband died.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where does Eric want his favor granted from Jehangir?

2. Who is Vera?

3. What image does Korshedbai carry at the back of her mind?

4. Why does Dr. Mody earn the respect of the people of the Baag?

5. Where does Father see the ghosts?

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