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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Hang hears what animal being slaughtered for her celebration?
(a) Ox.
(b) Duck.
(c) Cow.
(d) Pig.

2. Hang takes her entrance exams how long before leaving Vietnam?
(a) One year.
(b) Six months.
(c) Two weeks.
(d) Three years.

3. Hang visits whose grave?
(a) Que's.
(b) Aunt Tam's.
(c) Neighbor Vi's.
(d) Ton's.

4. Uncle Chinh is diagnosed with what chronic disease?
(a) High blood pressure.
(b) Heart disease.
(c) Asthma
(d) Diabetes.

5. What does Hang use to warm herself on the train?
(a) Madame Vera's shawl.
(b) A blanket.
(c) Her companion's jacket.
(d) Nothing.

Short Answer Questions

1. The artist was originally from what country?

2. Two burly men ask Hang if she has what commodity to sell?

3. Hang stays the duration of the traditional ceremonies when someone dies for what duration of time?

4. During her celebration, Hang escapes to a neighbor's house to do what?

5. Hang recalls an artist who was inspired by what weather phenomenon?

Short Essay Questions

1. How does Que treat Hang when she returns from the celebration at Aunt Tam's?

2. What is the relationship between Madame Dua and Aunt Tam?

3. Describe Hang's thoughts about separation.

4. What was Chinh's reaction to Que's accident?

5. How does Que provide for Chinh's medical care?

6. Descrive Hang's feelings toward the color purple.

7. Describe the English artist's paintings.

8. Why does Que and Aunt Tam's relationship become strained?

9. What realization does Hang have while staying at her Aunt's house before a celebration for Hang's acceptance into school?

10. Describe Hang's first visit to see Uncle Chinh in Moscow.

(see the answer keys)

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