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This test consists of 5 short answer questions and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Mikage learn about Eriko's death?

2. Who does Yuichi ask to go out on a date with him as a result of Eriko's death?

3. What time does Mikage arrive at Yuichi's inn?

4. Who is Okuno?

5. How long does Mikage plan to be gone when she travels?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

In what ways do the characters find peace in the novel? What coping mechanisms do the characters use? Are they effective? Why or why not?

Essay Topic 2

Determine how one character from each chapter grows or develops as a result of action in one chapter of the novel. What causes this growth?

Essay Topic 3

Compare and contrast the story of Satsuki and the story of Mikage. How are the two characters similar? How are they different? How are the people in their lives similar and different? What about the events they face?

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