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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Section 2: Chapter 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In the illustration of the Monkey King's "firm but gentle" way of ruling, what is the Monkey King doing (10)?
(a) Sitting on his throne thinking.
(b) Hitting another monkey on the head.
(c) Pointing sternly at another monkey.
(d) Lecturing a crowd of monkeys.

2. When Jin is little, what does he call his mother?
(a) Mommy.
(b) Ma-ma.
(c) Muqin.
(d) Ama.

3. Who is the author of American Born Chinese?
(a) Abigail Hing Wen.
(b) Xiran Jay Zhao.
(c) Wai Chim.
(d) Gene Luen Yang.

4. Why do all of the other kids in Jin's apartment building come to his apartment on Saturday mornings?
(a) His mother is babysitting for their parents.
(b) His television gets the best reception.
(c) His mother makes the best food.
(d) Jin has the best toys.

5. What is the name of Jin's third grade teacher?
(a) Mrs. Malone.
(b) Mrs. Robertson.
(c) Mrs. Foster.
(d) Mrs. Greeder.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why is a vertical panel a good choice for the picture of the Monkey King's journey to heaven?

2. What is the probable purpose of Jin's mother's story about the mother and son long ago in China?

3. What famous historical person is depicted in the story's first panel, on page 7?

4. In the panels that begin Chapter 2, what is Jin holding on the car ride to his new home?

5. What visual characteristic is used to set the Monkey King apart from the other monkeys?

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