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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 5-6.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Thi says that the last time Bo saw his mother was during "the height of the" (111) what?
(a) Cold War.
(b) The war between China and Japan.
(c) Famine.
(d) Depression.

2. How old was Bo when he went to see his father in the North?
(a) 21.
(b) 11.
(c) 14.
(d) 19.

3. For what reason is Bo unable to teach in America?
(a) His license is not recognized in America.
(b) His license is expired.
(c) He does not have the money to travel to interviews.
(d) His English is not strong enough.

4. For what purpose is jute NOT said to be used?
(a) Rope.
(b) Paper.
(c) Twine.
(d) Sandbags.

5. Throughout the memoir, Bo's grandfather is referred to as what type of gentleman?
(a) Careful.
(b) Leisurely.
(c) Dapper.
(d) Cunning.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is the oldest of Bui's sisters?

2. In what location does Tam hide when things are tense in the house?

3. Viet Thanh Nguyen describes Vietnamese refugees in what California city in the 1980s?

4. How many young children are still in the home when Bo takes over most of the parenting?

5. Ma shares that she had loved what activity as a child?

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