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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Section 4: pages 46-57.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Kino do while Jiya learns about the Old Gentleman's offer?
(a) Works in the field.
(b) Peeks in the window.
(c) Reads a book.
(d) Takes a nap.

2. Why is the Old Gentleman angry at the young men building the house?
(a) They are making too much noise.
(b) They are desecrating sacred ground.
(c) They don't know anything about construction.
(d) They are foolish to leave the safety of his castle.

3. Why does Kino's father not allow Jiya to warn his father about the big wave?
(a) He has already sounded the bell.
(b) He will go instead of Jiya.
(c) He doesn't believe it is coming.
(d) There is not enough time.

4. Kino's father sells rice and __________________ at the fishing village.
(a) Vegetables.
(b) Fruit.
(c) Pottery.
(d) Wine.

5. The Old Gentleman is transcribing a poem written by a man from which country?
(a) Thailand.
(b) India.
(c) Russia.
(d) China.

Short Answer Questions

1. According to Kino, what are the two forces of evil in the lives of people he knows?

2. Where have the two men lived since the big wave?

3. What can Kino tell about Jiya when he sees him after Jiya learns about the Old Gentleman's offer?

4. Which of the following is NOT a reason that Kino opposes Jiya's choice for a wife?

5. Kino thinks it is __________________ for the sun to shine and the sea to be calm again.

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