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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 8.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why do De-hong and her husband have to walk to their new transfer site?
(a) It is a form of civil protest.
(b) They will attract less attention this way.
(c) The train rails are broken.
(d) They are conserving fuel.

2. In what was Yu-Fang's father buried?
(a) A cedar box.
(b) An old suitcase.
(c) A pit of bodies.
(d) A fancy urn.

3. Why would a widowed woman kill herself before being married to a second husband?
(a) She would be cursed in the afterlife.
(b) She feared being cut in half as a result of having two men lay claim to her.
(c) It was the custom of the time.
(d) It was a sign of dishonor.

4. What does the Governor do to honor Dr. Xia for his excellent treatments?
(a) Holds processions for him.
(b) Blesses Yu-Fang to bear a great son.
(c) Raises his status in the community.
(d) Gives him a large portion of the palace in which to live.

5. What did De-hong think was the most delicious treat from her father?
(a) Shaved and flavored ice.
(b) Rice and oranges.
(c) Rice candy.
(d) Plain wheat rolls.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where does De-hong's family move to be better protected from the military looting?

2. Why does De-hong refuse so many marriage proposals?

3. Why are Dr. Xia's children angry with the match between Yu-Fang and their father?

4. How long are De-hong and Wang Yu separated when he is transferred to Yibin?

5. What surprises the people about the Communist siege?

(see the answer key)

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