A Day in the Life of a Martial Artist in Medieval China

During which dynasty does the story take place?

• Tang Dynasty

• Ming Dynasty

• Song Dynasty

• Yuan Dynasty

What is the name of the main character in the story?

• Liang Gao

• Chu Hong

• Li Qiangbing

• Zhang Wei

What type of work does Hong’s family do to survive?

• Fishing and rice farming

• Silk production and millet farming

• Blacksmithing and carpentry

• Trading and pottery

Who trains Hong in martial arts?

• The village chief

• His father

• Li Qiangbing

• The magistrate

What is considered the most important skill for protecting the village?

• Sword fighting

• Wrestling

• Archery

• Horse riding

Who informs Hong about the surprise archery competition?

• Li Qiangbing

• Liang Gao

• Zhi

• The magistrate

What does winning the competition allow Hong to do?

• Move his family to the capital immediately

• Support his family for a year and join the army

• Become the village leader

• Train with a famous monk

What major decision does Hong make at the end of the story?

• He decides to stay in the village

• He joins the provincial army

• He opens his own martial arts school

• He travels to the Liao Dynasty for training

What does the magistrate suggest Hong could earn if he passes the military exams?

• Land

• Rank

• A new home

• A golden bow

What does Hong’s mother and sister produce to earn money?

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