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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Pages 286-296.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does the Magistrate let the boys go with no punishment?
(a) He receives a letter from the village mayor.
(b) He does not let them go.
(c) He is convinced Chen is a scholar.
(d) He feels sorry for them since their father is a drunk.

2. What is Chen unable to find to help the boys out of their dilemma?
(a) His letter from his school master.
(b) His examination appointment.
(c) His letter from his father.
(d) His diploma.

3. Why are the examinees searched?
(a) To make sure they are carrying any bribe money.
(b) To see if they are male.
(c) To see if they are carrying any more ink than they are allowed.
(d) For cheating materials.

4. What does Shen praise in his talk with Chen?
(a) Chen's choice of essay topics.
(b) Chen's decision to bribe the examiners.
(c) Chen's handwriting.
(d) Chen's decision not to bribe the examiners.

5. How is Hong affected by what happens on the treacherous stretch of the river?
(a) He is excited about a new adventure as they off load.
(b) He does not seem affected.
(c) He is deeply grieved.
(d) He gets depressed.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why is Daiyun upset with Chen?

2. How does Hong explain his choice to General Ma?

3. What does Lin Shi decide Hong and Chen are doing?

4. What happens after the boat leaves the port where it takes on some cargo?

5. To whom does Zhu Tong ask Hong to deliver a letter?

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