What do the old man's words about his animals mostly show?

• He cares more about animals than himself.

• His animals are the only part of his life that matters.

• He regrets not leaving the animals behind earlier.

• He doesn't know that war is more important than animals.

Why doesn't the old man leave when told to?

• He is being tricked by the soldier.

• The soldier has no power to move him.

• He feels too tired and has given up.

• The soldier never tells him the danger.

What does the old man mean when he says "I have no politics"?

• He thinks staying neutral will keep him safe.

• He wants the soldier to leave him alone.

• He doesn't understand the war at all.

• He believes war won't affect him.

What does the bridge in the story stand for?

• A way to find food and help

• A symbol of two political sides

• A space between hope and loss

• A place to pass army rules

Why did Hemingway use very short and simple writing in this story?

• To make readers feel nothing

• To confuse readers on purpose

• To reflect the numb feeling of war

• To avoid giving away too many facts

What does the soldier's reaction show about him?

• He thinks weak people should stay behind.

• He understands war is hard, but he can't help.

• He stays emotionless to protect himself.

• He wants to help but must follow orders.

What does Dee's request to hang the quilts show about her?

• She wants to show off the quilts, not use them.

• She doesn't believe her family will keep them safe.

• She wants to keep them away from Maggie.

• She thinks they belong in a museum.

Why is it important when Mama gives the quilts to Maggie?

• It proves Maggie is smarter than Dee.

• Mama gives up arguing with Dee.

• Mama understands what real heritage is.

• Maggie will sell them for money.

How do Dee and Maggie help show the story's message?

• Dee is smart, Maggie is quiet, so education weakens bonds.

• Dee is loud, Maggie is humble-this shows different kinds of identity.

• Dee is modern, Maggie doesn't care about culture.

• Maggie is there only to highlight Dee's change.

What do the quilts stand for in the story?

• Mama's mistake with both daughters

• A mix between African and Arab culture

• The value of things made by hand

• The family's long and loving history