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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. Once she arrives in Moscow, Hang goes where to meet her uncle Chinh?

2. Hang wants to sell what to get more money?

3. Hang discovers that who died last winter?

4. What is Hang's transportation to her Aunt Tam's house?

5. Hang offers what candy to her traveling companion on the train?

Short Essay Questions

1. Who is waiting for Hang and what does he want?

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

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

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

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

6. Why has Chinh summoned her?

7. How does Hang feel about Aunt Tam's village?

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

9. What is the story Aunt Tam tells about an honest minister?

10. Who is My. Duong?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Hang is the daughter of Que, a woman who spends much of her life devoting herself to her family, particularly her brother Chinh. How are Que and Hang different from one another? How are they the same? How do you suppose Hang's actions and philosophies are related to the manner and environment in which she grew up?

Essay Topic 2

Aunt Tam is a complex character. She displays such a loving and tender side to Hang. However, she could also be critical and cold as demonstrated by her interaction with Mr. Duong at Hang's banquet and certain conversations with Que. Why does her behavior change depending on who is on the receiving end? Which side of Tam do you believe to be her true nature?

Essay Topic 3

Uncle Chinh seems to be up to no good every time we encounter him. Does he have any redeeming qualities? Does he deserve Que's sacrifice? Why does Que, and to a lesser extent, Hang, continue to run to his side? How might this validate or condone his actions?

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