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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 3, Shadow of the Tuans.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is "saravon"?
(a) A nutritious stew made of pork, sago and onions.
(b) A customary display of force meant to reassure guests that they are safe.
(c) The relationship between a Sawi man and his mother-in-law.
(d) A milky drink offered to the river gods every morning.

2. Why do the Richardsons go to live in New Guinea?
(a) They feel called to serve God as missionaries.
(b) They are writing a book on ancient cultures and want to do research.
(c) They have no choice; they are sent by their families.
(d) They think the climate would be good for their health.

3. A typical stone axe would be swung 40 times to fell a tree. How many times does Hurip have to swing his steel axe to cut down the tree?
(a) Four times
(b) 39 times.
(c) 80 times.
(d) Once.

4. How many wives does Yae's cousin Wasi have?
(a) One.
(b) Thirteen.
(c) Three.
(d) Twenty five.

5. What does Kauwan say that Yae should have given him in order to truly win his protection?
(a) A thousand dollars.
(b) His own wife.
(c) A gun and sword.
(d) A peace child.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Hurip trade to obtain his "kapak," his steel ax?

2. How many treehouses are there, in total, in the Mauro village?

3. What might a visitor in a Sawi village be offered as a snack?

4. What do the Tuans reportedly have to prevent fever and heal sores?

5. Why does Kauwan refuse to help Yae escape his terrible fate?

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