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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 3—Pages 215-244.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is Yuan's inner struggle?
(a) Finding somebody he loves.
(b) Going against tradition.
(c) Trying to gain the acceptance of his father.
(d) Being away from his father.

2. Why is Yuan envious of Sheng?
(a) Sheng has better robes than Yuan.
(b) Yuan's family praises Sheng more often.
(c) Sheng is often praised for his writing skills.
(d) Sheng is a better dancer.

3. What does Yuan discover about his uncle when he visits him after his return to China?
(a) He has lost weight.
(b) He has become wealthier.
(c) He has become very poor.
(d) He has spent more time with Yuan's father.

4. What field is Mei-ling studying?
(a) Military.
(b) Writing.
(c) Medicine.
(d) Business.

5. What does Yuan base most of his opinions of people on?
(a) The way they treat their elders.
(b) Political opinions.
(c) Their hygiene.
(d) Outward appearance.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Yuan's favorite subject to learn about?

2. Which character says, "who is not selfish? We are all selfish"?

3. How old is Mei-ling when Yuan returns to China from America?

4. How does Yuan feel after thinking about the maid when he should be sleeping?

5. Which of the following does Yuan bring back with him from America?

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