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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Pages 21-41.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who kills Fire Star?
(a) No one.
(b) Meng's cricket.
(c) Chen's cricket.
(d) Hong's other cricket.

2. What does Chen need that was difficult to get?
(a) Nothing.
(b) A recommendation from someone with a good reputation.
(c) Money to pay for the examination.
(d) A certification as to his schooling.

3. Why do the two boys intend to go there?
(a) So Chen can take the provincial exams.
(b) To find a bride for Chen.
(c) To find a bride for their younger sister.
(d) To light candles for their mother in the temple.

4. Where do Chen and Hong tell Lao Lu they intend to go?
(a) Chengdu.
(b) Beijing.
(c) Szechan.
(d) Jaoung.

5. What does Hong agree to do?
(a) Stop working in the rice paddies.
(b) Give their father a small amount from his winnings.
(c) Meet with the girl Bao has picked for him.
(d) Try to a position as a government employee.

Short Answer Questions

1. In what century is "The Examination" set?

2. Who does Bao ask to change Hong's mind?

3. What is the relation between Lao Hong and Lao Chen?

4. For what is Lao Hong known?

5. In what province do Lao Chen and Lao Hong live?

(see the answer key)

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