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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Section 3: pages 30-46.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Kino's father demand that Jiya do before making his decision about the Old Gentleman's offer?
(a) Live at the Old Gentleman's castle for a trial period.
(b) See the inside of the Old Gentleman's castle.
(c) Talk to some of the Old Gentleman's adopted children.
(d) Pray about the decision.

2. What is located on a small strip of sand at the base of the mountain?
(a) A school.
(b) A fishing village.
(c) A naval base.
(d) A market.

3. What makes Kino happy about climbing the hill?
(a) He likes to catch fireflies there.
(b) He can see the new fishing village.
(c) He sees that the volcano is no longer active.
(d) He can watch the sunset.

4. Kino's father reminds Kino that the land is also fearsome, recalling the ________________ experienced by the family.
(a) Volcano.
(b) Hurricane.
(c) Monsoon.
(d) Earthquake.

5. Which of the following is NOT a reason that Kino's father thinks Japanese people are fortunate?
(a) They have beautiful art.
(b) They live bravely.
(c) They do not fear death because it is part of life.
(d) They love life because they live in danger.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is Kino's sister?

2. What reason does the Old Gentleman give to Jiya for why he selected Jiya to be his son?

3. What does Kino think when he sees the beauty of the Old Gentleman's castle and gardens?

4. Why does Kino worry about Jiya?

5. Setsu's excitement at Jiya's living in their home foreshadows _____________________.

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