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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. Kino's father says that living in the midst of danger _______________________.
(a) Keeps them alert.
(b) Causes stress.
(c) Causes many psychological problems.
(d) Helps them know how good life is.

2. Kino's father explains that people are afraid of the sea because it is very big and _______________________.
(a) No one understands it.
(b) There are dangerous creatures in it.
(c) It can destroy fishing boats.
(d) Has a bad temper.

3. What are Kino and his family doing at the beginning of Section 2?
(a) Waiting for Jiya to wake.
(b) Harvesting rice.
(c) Flying kites.
(d) Writing letters.

4. Why is Jiya crying on his way to Kino's house?
(a) He stepped on a big thorn.
(b) He didn't want to leave his family.
(c) His new puppy ran away.
(d) His father reprimanded him.

5. What is the reason for Kino's concern for Jiya?
(a) He might be really sick.
(b) He fell down and hit his head.
(c) He is too busy playing to study.
(d) His whole family is dead.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Kino's father demand that Jiya do before making his decision about the Old Gentleman's offer?

2. The way of the good Japanese is to enjoy life and ________________________.

3. Why was Kino afraid of life at first?

4. What can the Old Gentleman see in Jiya's face?

5. What does Setsu offer to give to Jiya?

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