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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part IV - The Bird That Stands Out 2007-2008.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Where is Li-yan seated when she goes to second-level school?
(a) On the girl's side of the room.
(b) In the front row.
(c) In the middle of the room.
(d) In a back corner.

2. How many days does it take to complete San-pa and Li-yan's wedding ceremony in Spring Well?
(a) 1 cycle.
(b) 3 nights.
(c) 1 week.
(d) 4 days.

3. What is considered proper conduct for a pregnant woman?
(a) Attach a special charm to their headdress.
(b) Go home to her parents until the baby is born.
(c) Be shy and stand at an angle so her stomach looks small.
(d) Announce they are pregnant to the village.

4. What is the celebration Li-yan's family hosts during her wedding?
(a) The Pig Sacrifice.
(b) Adorn the Headdress.
(c) Tea Harvesting.
(d) Fill the Carry Basket.

5. What do Li-yan and Mrs. Chang have in common?
(a) They are both from Yunnan.
(b) They both have sons.
(c) They are both widows.
(d) They both sell tea.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the government policy that prohibits laying tea leaves on the ground?

2. What gift does Jin give Li-yan when they first meet?

3. What modern convenience did Li-yan find so fascinating it was almost taken away from her?

4. What places does Mr. Huang say Americans are visiting in China?

5. How did the Red Guard trick five-year-old Jin into giving them his father's books?

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