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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part III - The Outside World 1996-2006.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why is Teacher Zhang sometimes bitter?
(a) He wants a wife.
(b) He hates teaching school.
(c) He does not agree with communism.
(d) He was not allowed to return to his home after the Cultural Revolution.

2. In Constance's emails to her mother, she describes one of Haley's school projects and that she was hurt when she saw it. What was the project?
(a) A roots project about each child's family history.
(b) An art project.
(c) A poem.
(d) A project about family traditions.

3. Why does Li-yan lie about her dream?
(a) Someone else told her what to say.
(b) She wants to please her family.
(c) She never dreams.
(d) She wants to outdo her brothers.

4. What does Mrs. Chang do for a living?
(a) English teacher.
(b) Works in a hotel.
(c) Teaches philosophy.
(d) Scientist.

5. How many nights does Li-yan and San-pa's wedding last?
(a) 6.
(b) 3.
(c) 2.
(d) 5.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the celebration Li-yan's family hosts during her wedding?

2. What two gifts does A-ma give her granddaughter?

3. What does Li-yan witness that changes her "irreversibly" (35)?

4. What work practice surprises Li-yan?

5. Where does Li-yan meet San-pa?

(see the answer key)

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