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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part III - The Outside World 1996-2006.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is the Akha expression for being pregnant?
(a) Coming to a flower.
(b) Coming to a head.
(c) One living under another.
(d) Living with child.

2. What work practice surprises Li-yan?
(a) Working on a computer.
(b) Taking a vacation.
(c) Taking a lunch break.
(d) Getting paid for working.

3. What does A-ma give Li-yan for her headdress?
(a) Colored pom-poms.
(b) Ribbons.
(c) Silver bells.
(d) Three charms.

4. What is the thundering noise that comes from the forest?
(a) Huang Benyu's car.
(b) Animals running toward the village.
(c) A bulldozer.
(d) An earthquake.

5. What is the one good omen when Deh-ja goes into labor?
(a) It is the day of sacrifice.
(b) It is the season of spirits.
(c) It is raining.
(d) It is Rat Day.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does dreaming of a dog on the roof mean?

2. What is the precious dowry Li-yan will bring to her marriage?

3. What is qi?

4. Li-yan has to learn to use an indoor toilet and one other modern convenience. What was it?

5. What gift does Jin give Li-yan when they first meet?

(see the answer key)

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