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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book One: Page 137 through 168.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. From whom did the courier in the market town bear a message?
(a) Tokihime.
(b) Fujiwra.
(c) The Prince.
(d) Lady Joganden.

2. After mourning for a year, what did MM and her family purify?
(a) Clothing.
(b) Food.
(c) Beddings.
(d) Candles.

3. To where did MM make a pilgrimage after Fujiwara's promotion?
(a) Hase.
(b) Nara.
(c) Shimane.
(d) Mie.

4. In the event of his death, for how many months did Fujiwara request MM mourn before remarrying?
(a) Ten.
(b) Twelve.
(c) Twenty-four.
(d) Six.

5. Where did MM primarily sleep during her pilgrimage?
(a) Temples.
(b) Friends' homes.
(c) Hotels.
(d) Diplomat's unused apartment.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why did Fujiwara move MM closer to the palace after his promotion?

2. What ceremony did the Prince celebrate with Fujiwara and MM?

3. What did Fujiwara suggest that MM should do if she was dissatisfied with him as a spouse?

4. Which family member of MM's traveled a great deal?

5. What did Fujiwara do especially with MM when she first visited him after his illness?

(see the answer key)

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