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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 26-28.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How much money does Wang Lung take home after his first day of working in the city in Chapter 11?
(a) 10 silver coins.
(b) 5 pence.
(c) 2 silver coins.
(d) A penny.

2. Which of the jewels does O-lan ask for and keep for herself when she gives the rest to Wang Lung in Chapter 16?
(a) Two pearls.
(b) A diamond ring.
(c) A gold ring.
(d) A sapphire necklace.

3. Why does Wang Lung's eldest son say he hates his cousin in Chapter 27?
(a) Because he is a scholar.
(b) Because he is arrogant and wealthy.
(c) Because he is base and stupid.
(d) Because he is always peeping at his wife.

4. What image is depicted on the flier that the blue-eyed man gives to Wang Lung in Chapter 14?
(a) A picture of Confucius.
(b) A depiction of Jesus Christ.
(c) A depiction of a fat man killing a starving man.
(d) A depiction of America.

5. What does Wang Lung go to eat before taking his bride from the House of Hwang in Chapter 1?
(a) Noodles.
(b) Rice.
(c) Bread.
(d) Potatoes.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the crashing sound that Wang Lung's family observes from their hut in Chapter 14?

2. What is the woman holding in the picture on the wall of the tea shop that Wang Lung becomes enamored with?

3. What does the barber suggest Wang Lung have removed on his wedding day?

4. What is the name of the whore whom Wang Lung's eldest son has been frequenting in Chapter 23?

5. How many eggs does Wang Lung purchase in town in Chapter 4?

(see the answer key)

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