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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Little Altar on the Roadside, and The Hero.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What kind of animal does Tank do battle with one dry season?
(a) A lion.
(b) A tiger.
(c) A bear.
(d) An elephant.

2. What did Trung think Lan was when he saw her on the island from a distance?
(a) An ape.
(b) A tree.
(c) A bamboo cane.
(d) A bush.

3. In which country is the story set?
(a) China.
(b) Vietnam.
(c) Thailand.
(d) Cambodia.

4. Why were otter cubs the most prized?
(a) They could be taught to catch fish.
(b) Their hide was worth alot of money.
(c) They were a delicacy.
(d) They could be taught to follow commands.

5. Where did Nhuong and his family eventually find Tank after he didn't arrive home?
(a) Swimming in the lake.
(b) In the rice fields.
(c) In someone's yard.
(d) Tied to a tree.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Nhuong's father alert the community of the presence of the horse snake?

2. How did Nhuong's cousin's mother die?

3. What kind of animals do Nhuong and his cousin hunt and cook alive?

4. Where did the two farmers hide from the wild hog?

5. What did Huong use as bait for eel fishing?

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