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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 1, Chapter 8 | Part 1, Chapter 9.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. After Lin's father dies, how do his feelings about his wife and marriage change?
(a) He should remain married out of respect for his parents.
(b) He realizes life is short and he should live how he wants.
(c) He no longer needs to be married to Shuyu.
(d) He realizes life is short and he wants to stay with his wife.

2. How long have Lin and Shuyu been separated for at the beginning of "Waiting"?
(a) Four months.
(b) Eighteen years.
(c) Seven years.
(d) Two years.

3. After Manna wins a prize for table tennis, what does she tell Lin is her wish?
(a) For Lin to kiss her.
(b) To see a picture of Shuyu.
(c) To quit the army.
(d) For Lin to propose to her.

4. What is the difference between Lin's side of the room and his roommates' side?
(a) His roommates have no books.
(b) His roommates have news clippings on their walls.
(c) His roommates are very messy.
(d) His roommates have photos of celebrities on their walls.

5. What is Manna considered dangerously close to because of her age?
(a) Becoming seriously ill.
(b) Being sent to a less demanding hospital.
(c) Becoming an old maid.
(d) Getting fired from her job.

Short Answer Questions

1. When the hospital goes to see the film, how does Manna act regarding feelings for Lin?

2. Where does Lin Kong's wife, Shuyu, live?

3. Why does manna ask to be left behind to die during the hospital camp-and-field training?

4. When Lin and Manna break up, what does Lin do to occupy his time?

5. After a chief in the City Administration dies, what does Manna begin to do?

(see the answer key)

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