Drag the correct response from below to the correct blank box on the panel to the right. (Questions are based on the reading passage, "The Swimming Contest." )
1. An example of the main character trying to overcome stereotypes in the story.
2. What is the significance of the quote: "You beat me in America, but I beat you right here, in the pool."
3. What is the significance of what is added to the quote towards the end of the story: "As long as I haven't beaten you in the pool," I told him, "there's no telling who is the victor."
A. The main character seems to be seeking peace with Abdul-Karim despite cultural differences and the hostile environment that war brought about. He is also comforting him by recalling old memories.
B. "But it's not true that we're driving the Arabs out. We are out for peace, not war." Placing her hand on my head, the old lady said, "It all depends on the individual; everyone who wants peace will live in peace."
C. The main character is recalling a fond memory of Abdul-Karim, which gives them both some comfort in remembering better times just before Abdul-Karim's death.
1. C
2. B
3. A