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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 1, Chapter 12 | Part 2, Chapter 1.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. What is the reason Manna gives Lin for wanting to sleep with him?
(a) To get attention from other nurses.
(b) To give him a son.
(c) To get him expelled from the army.
(d) To secure their relationship.

3. As Lin's attempts to divorce Shuyu continue to fail, how does Manna come to treat the other nurses?
(a) Friendly.
(b) Extra helpful.
(c) Polite.
(d) With hostility.

4. On the hospital camp-and-field training, what does Lin do to help Manna and the other nurses when they stop for the night?
(a) He treats their blistered feet.
(b) He gives them advice.
(c) He brings them clean clothes.
(d) He helps convince a commander to let them go home.

5. Why can't Manna be transferred to another hospital?
(a) Manna refuses to go.
(b) Lin convinces them not to.
(c) She isn't talented enough.
(d) Too many nurses are in the service.

Short Answer Questions

1. How long have Lin and Shuyu been separated for at the beginning of "Waiting"?

2. When Manna thanks Lin for his help, what is his response?

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

4. Why can't anyone play cards as the people in Lin's dream do?

5. What does Lin's cousin ask for in his letter?

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