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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Pages 196-226.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. From where is Chen returning?
(a) From a visit with a scholar.
(b) From the Province capitol.
(c) From the rice paddies.
(d) From swimming.

2. What do Hong and Lu think is unlikely?
(a) That Hong will pass the exams.
(b) That Chen will return to his native village.
(c) That either boy will return.
(d) That they will find a girl willing to come to a tiny village.

3. How is Hong affected by what happens on the treacherous stretch of the river?
(a) He is excited about a new adventure as they off load.
(b) He is deeply grieved.
(c) He does not seem affected.
(d) He gets depressed.

4. Where do Chen and Hong tell Lao Lu they intend to go?
(a) Jaoung.
(b) Szechan.
(c) Chengdu.
(d) Beijing.

5. Why are the examinees searched?
(a) To see if they are male.
(b) For cheating materials.
(c) To make sure they are carrying any bribe money.
(d) To see if they are carrying any more ink than they are allowed.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where has Meng Dafu gone?

2. Who is the third son in the family?

3. Who is Ye Pan?

4. What does Chen tell Hong about the time of his captivity with the pirates?

5. Why do Hong and Chen leave in haste for Beijing?

(see the answer key)

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