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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 11 & 12.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who suggests a complex plan of action to bring a satisfactory end to the whole affair over which Yu-cun is presiding?
(a) The usher.
(b) A Taoist.
(c) The slave girl.
(d) A monk.

2. Who does Bao-yu cry out to in order to help him when he is dreaming?
(a) Mao-tzu.
(b) Dai-yu.
(c) Le-qing.
(d) Ke-qing.

3. Where is the party Grandmother Jia and the family held?
(a) At the Regal Greenhouse.
(b) At the Cherry Blossom Courtyard.
(c) At the Regal Theatre.
(d) At the Ning Mansion.

4. What does Leng Zi-xing explain in regards to turning out sons?
(a) They are very successful in turning out strong and capable sons.
(b) That they struggle in bearing good male heirs.
(c) They are looking for a man to replace their sons.
(d) They will soon be turning over their estate to the youngest male heir.

5. Who does Bao-yu take an opportunity to go and visit at the start of Chapter 8?
(a) Qin Zhong.
(b) Precious.
(c) Dai-yu.
(d) Bao-chai.

Short Answer Questions

1. What do Duke of Ning-guo and Duke of Ring-guo believe will happen if Bao-yu engages in sexual pleasure?

2. Why does Bao-yu make a scene upon returning home from his visit with Bao-chai?

3. From what country is the family this story is about?

4. What develops between the three main characters of the book?

5. What does Grannie finally admit to Zhou under pressure?

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