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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does the Tortoise often destroy his own paintings?
(a) Because he could never satisfy his own plan.
(b) Because Moriyama did not like them.
(c) Because Ono did not like them.
(d) Because Sasaki, the leading pupil, called them "disloyal".

2. What does Ono say about the movie that insults Ichiro?
(a) He should stay home with the women.
(b) He should obey his mother.
(c) He is not strong enough to lift the table.
(d) The movie might be too scary for young children.

3. What does the corporation offer Mrs. Kawakami?
(a) To buy her out for a generous sum.
(b) To fund remodeling of her business.
(c) To fund an expansion into the adjoining buildings.
(d) To go into partnership with her.

4. How did Saito treat Ono during their first encounter?
(a) With obvious curiosity.
(b) With evident disdain.
(c) With great respect.
(d) With complete disinterest.

5. Why is Ono surprised at Setsuko's view of Noriko's marriage negotiation?
(a) Because she had been the one who suggested that he take steps to clarify his position.
(b) Because his declaration had a good result.
(c) Because she had made a similar confession.
(d) Because he had salvaged the negotiations.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why is Setsuko uncomfortable with Noriko's talk about Ono?

2. What does Ono promise to do to help Mrs. Kawakami?

3. Why was Shintaro not initially called up for military service?

4. How does Noriko persuade Ichiro to help her clear away the breakfast things?

5. What does Ono say during lunch that frightens Ichiro?

(see the answer key)

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