Taxi Driver Quiz: Practice Your Encounter Knowledge

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What was the reason behind the awful smell in the taxi?

The large number of people in Bombay

Old pipes from the toilets (correct)

The air-conditioning system

The hot weather in India

How did the taxi driver describe the pipes from the toilets to the American lady?

Clogged with sewage due to the hot weather (correct)

New and well-maintained

Highly efficient and modern

Affected by the large population in Bombay

Why did the woman regret asking for the windows to be left open?

She started feeling nauseous due to the smell outside (correct)

The air-conditioning system malfunctioned

She was uncomfortable with the taxi driver's comments

She realized the smell outside was worse than inside

How did the taxi driver perceive his interaction with his lady passengers?

As a professional duty, similar to that of a doctor Signup and view all the answers

What did the woman express gratitude for before ending the conversation with the taxi driver?

His insight into Indian sewage systems Signup and view all the answers

What type of publication is the National Diary?

A scandalous magazine prioritizing scandal and dirt over truth Signup and view all the answers

Why did Desiree Malpen think the car crash involving Nyree Singh was not an accident?

She suspected the involvement of a jealous wife or an angry relative Signup and view all the answers

What did the taxi driver indicate about Nyree Singh's house?

It had been home to a famous writer and Nobel Prize winner Signup and view all the answers

What did Desiree Malpen do when she arrived at Nyree Singh's house?

She took close-up photographs of the house Signup and view all the answers

What did other journalists criticize about the National Diary?

Its focus on scandal and dirt at the expense of truth in its stories Signup and view all the answers

What did the woman regret doing in the text?

Ruining her clothes by doing it herself Signup and view all the answers

Who took a key from his pocket and opened the box?

Gopal Singh Signup and view all the answers

What did Desiree find inside the box?

Cricket reports Signup and view all the answers

Why did Gopal Singh look at the old papers and mention Nyree Singh?

To share their shared love for cricket with Desiree Signup and view all the answers

What was Nyree Singh's attitude towards collecting cricket reports?

She loved collecting them Signup and view all the answers

What was the reason for Professor Whitelaw's inability to do something for Mr. Singh?

He had a weak stomach and couldn't handle something in a box. Signup and view all the answers

What did Gopal imply by mentioning 'my little test of your intentions' to Professor Whitelaw?

Gopal was testing Professor Whitelaw's intentions towards Miss Singh as a writer. Signup and view all the answers

What can be inferred about Desiree Malpen from her arrival at the Excelsior lounge?

She arrived with wet hair, an angry smile, and a bitter, unpleasant smell mixed with her perfume. Signup and view all the answers

What were the topics of conversation among Gopal, Raj Patel, and Professor Whitelaw at the Excelsior lounge?

They chatted about Professor Whitelaw's ideas for his book and Raj Patel's plans for Indian Summer. Signup and view all the answers

What did Desiree Malpen bring with her when she arrived at the Excelsior lounge?

A metal box, an old blue dress, and a strong perfume Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Taxi Incident

The taxi smelled awful due to the pipes from the toilets being connected to the taxi's ventilation system.
The taxi driver described the pipes to the American lady as "a special system" to clear the smell.
The woman regretted asking for the windows to be left open because it made the smell worse.

Taxi Driver's Perception

The taxi driver thought his interaction with the lady passengers was normal.

Conversation with Taxi Driver

The woman thanked the taxi driver for the information before ending the conversation.

The National Diary

The National Diary is a type of publication.

Desiree Malpen's Investigation

Desiree Malpen thought the car crash involving Nyree Singh was not an accident.
The taxi driver indicated that Nyree Singh's house was a big bungalow.
Desiree Malpen went to Nyree Singh's house to investigate.

Criticism of the National Diary

Other journalists criticized the National Diary for its sensational reporting.

Regrets

The woman regretted asking for the windows to be left open.

Key Discovery

Gopal Singh took a key from his pocket and opened a box.
Desiree found cricket reports and newspaper cuttings inside the box.

Nyree Singh's Love for Cricket

Nyree Singh was passionate about collecting cricket reports.
Gopal Singh looked at old papers and mentioned Nyree Singh because of his love for cricket.

Professor Whitelaw's Limitation

Professor Whitelaw was unable to do something for Mr. Singh because of his limited knowledge.

Gopal's Intentions

Gopal implied that he was testing Professor Whitelaw's intentions by mentioning "my little test of your intentions".

Desiree Malpen's Arrival

Desiree Malpen's arrival at the Excelsior lounge implies that she is a social and outgoing person.

Conversation at the Excelsior Lounge

Gopal, Raj Patel, and Professor Whitelaw discussed cricket and other topics at the Excelsior lounge.
Desiree Malpen brought notes and documents with her when she arrived at the Excelsior lounge.

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Test your comprehension with this quiz based on a story about a taxi driver and an American lady encountering an unexpected smell. See how well you remember the details and nuances of the story.

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