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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 realizes life is short and he wants to stay with his wife.
(d) He no longer needs to be married to Shuyu.

2. Lin's roles as an officer and doctor make him what kind of a man?
(a) Diligent.
(b) Rational.
(c) Intelligent.
(d) Passionate.

3. 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.

4. Where did Manna Wu's parents die?
(a) Shanghai.
(b) In their home.
(c) Muji City.
(d) Tibet.

5. When Ran Su is cautioning Lin about his relationship with Mann, what does he mean by "abnormal" relationship?
(a) Abusive.
(b) Platonic.
(c) Polygamist.
(d) Sexual.

Short Answer Questions

1. For how long is Lin permitted to return home once a year?

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

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

4. What is the difference between Lin's side of the room and his roommates' side?

5. Why does Haiyan think Lin refuses to take the opportunity to use her sister's house?

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