How Well Do You Know "First They Killed My Father"?
A story about a difficult period in Cambodian history and people's suffering is what awaits you in "First They Killed My Father". If you've read this book, then you know you'll ace this quiz!
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When did the plot of this memoir start?
- A.
In May of 2005.
- B.
In June of 1955.
- C.
In April of 1975.
- D.
In December of 2015.
Correct Answer
C. In April of 1975.Explanation
The correct answer is "In April of 1975." This can be inferred from the question which asks about the starting point of the plot in the memoir. The other options, May of 2005, June of 1955, and December of 2015, are not mentioned in the question and therefore cannot be considered as the correct answer.Rate this question:
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- 2.
How old was the narrator when the Civil War in Cambodia started?
- A.
One year old
- B.
Twenty years old
- C.
Ten years old
- D.
Five years old
Correct Answer
D. Five years oldExplanation
The narrator was five years old when the Civil War in Cambodia started.Rate this question:
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- 3.
What kind of life did Loung have before the Civil War?
- A.
A privileged one.
- B.
A struggling one.
- C.
A simple one, without much privileges.
- D.
It's not mentioned in the book.
Correct Answer
A. A privileged one.Explanation
The correct answer is "A privileged one." This can be inferred from the phrase "What kind of life did Loung have before the Civil War?" The word "privileged" suggests that Loung had a life of advantage and opportunity before the war.Rate this question:
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- 4.
How many kids did her parents have?
- A.
Seven
- B.
Five
- C.
Two
- D.
Nine
Correct Answer
A. SevenExplanation
The correct answer is seven because it states the number of kids her parents have.Rate this question:
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- 5.
What did the narrator's father do for a living before the Civil War?
- A.
He was a professional solider.
- B.
He was a car salesman.
- C.
He was a government agent.
- D.
He was a farmer.
Correct Answer
C. He was a government agent.Explanation
The narrator's father was a government agent before the Civil War.Rate this question:
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- 6.
Loung was trained in a work camp for orphans to be a...?
- A.
Radio operator
- B.
Servant
- C.
Nurse
- D.
Child soldier
Correct Answer
D. Child soldierExplanation
Based on the given information, Loung was trained in a work camp for orphans. The fact that she was trained in a work camp suggests that she was being prepared for a specific role or occupation. Among the options provided, the most likely role for a child to be trained for in a work camp would be a child soldier. This is because child soldiers are often forcibly recruited and trained in military tactics and combat skills. Therefore, it can be inferred that Loung was being trained as a child soldier in the work camp for orphans.Rate this question:
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- 7.
Where did the narrator and her brother escaped first ?
- A.
To Australia
- B.
To India
- C.
To Thailand
- D.
To Malaysia
Correct Answer
C. To ThailandExplanation
The narrator and her brother escaped to Thailand first.Rate this question:
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- 8.
What happened once when Loung's family was stopped by a Khmer Rouge soldier?
- A.
The soldier took all their possessions.
- B.
The soldier questioned them about their background. Pa lied about it and managed to pass through unharmed.
- C.
The soldier separated male and female members of the family.
- D.
The soldier killed Pa, Loung's father.
Correct Answer
B. The soldier questioned them about their background. Pa lied about it and managed to pass through unharmed.Explanation
When Loung's family was stopped by a Khmer Rouge soldier, the soldier questioned them about their background. In order to protect his family, Pa lied about their background and managed to pass through unharmed.Rate this question:
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- 9.
Whose death was specially hard for Loung?
- A.
Her sister Peav's
- B.
Her sister Reav's
- C.
Her sister Keav's
- D.
Her sister Leav's
Correct Answer
C. Her sister Keav'sExplanation
Loung's sister Keav's death was particularly difficult for her. The question implies that Loung experienced multiple deaths of her sisters, but Keav's death had a significant impact on her. This suggests that Keav held a special place in Loung's life, and her loss was particularly devastating for her.Rate this question:
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- 10.
Where did Loung finally escape to?
- A.
USA
- B.
Canada
- C.
France
- D.
Japan
Correct Answer
A. USAExplanation
Loung finally escaped to the USA.Rate this question:
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