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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 4—Pages 312-353.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. According to Yuan's teacher, why can't Yuan explain the meaning of his poem?
(a) Yuan doesn't have enough life experiences.
(b) Yuan completely lacks writing talent.
(c) Yuan is too ashamed.
(d) Yuan is not clear on the meaning himself.

2. What does Yuan do in response to his father arranging a marriage for him?
(a) He convinces his father that it's a bad idea.
(b) He flees on horseback.
(c) He sits outside to think it over.
(d) He sits with his father and discusses a trip.

3. Why is Yuan thankful to Mary?
(a) She doesn't want to marry him.
(b) She taught him how to kiss.
(c) She always believes him.
(d) She stopped him from becoming Christian.

4. Who is Ai-lan?
(a) Yuan's former classmate.
(b) Yuan's sister.
(c) Yuan's grandmother.
(d) Yuan's mother.

5. Which character has become a captain in the new army?
(a) Yuan's father.
(b) Meng.
(c) Yuan's uncle.
(d) Sheng.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who does Yuan describe as having the loudest laughter of everybody?

2. Why does Yuan's father claim to have spared the lives of 173 men?

3. What is the occupation of Yuan's father?

4. What does Yuan immediately become aware of when he enters the coastal city?

5. How does Yuan feel about Mary's letter?

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