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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 32-34.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Whom does Wang Lung's second-eldest son say his older brother has been going out with at night in Chapter 23?
(a) Lotus.
(b) Ching.
(c) His cousin.
(d) Liu.

2. How much money does the American woman give to Wang Lung for transporting her in Chapter 11?
(a) 2 gold coins.
(b) 2 silver coins.
(c) 1 silver coin.
(d) 2 pence.

3. What is Cuckoo's job at the tea house in Chapter 18?
(a) She serves food.
(b) She solicits customers for the courtesans.
(c) She cooks food in the kitchen.
(d) She pours tea.

4. How much of the money Wang Lung has obtained does he spend on seeds before returning to his land in Chapter 15?
(a) 5 gold pieces.
(b) 10 gold pieces.
(c) 2 gold pieces.
(d) 3 gold pieces.

5. How far is the distance described that Wang Lung's family must travel to reach the city in the south in Chapter 9?
(a) Over 200 miles.
(b) About 70 miles.
(c) Over 100 miles.
(d) About 30 miles.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which of the following is a predominant motif and theme in The Good Earth?

2. Who kills Wang Lung's ox in Chapter 8?

3. What does Pear Blossom assure Wang Lung she will do after he dies in Chapter 34?

4. What primary color is worn by the bride and groom at Wang Lung's son's wedding in Chapter 26?

5. What do the noodles signify that Wang Lung's family eats on his son's first month birthday in Chapter 4?

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