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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. Which family member of MM's traveled a great deal?
(a) Her father.
(b) Her son.
(c) Her brother.
(d) Her sister.

2. Who stayed in the same apartment building as MM by the palace?
(a) The Prince.
(b) MM's father.
(c) Tokihime.
(d) Lady Joganden.

3. For what did MM hope for Fujiwara's first wife after months of poor treatment from her husband?
(a) She wanted her to run away with Fujiwara.
(b) She wanted her to suffer.
(c) She wanted her to beg for forgiveness.
(d) She wanted her to only bear daughters to Fujiwara.

4. What disappointed MM about her travels after the market town?
(a) Shrines.
(b) Terrain.
(c) Weather.
(d) The people.

5. What did Fujiwara suggest that MM should do if she was dissatisfied with him as a spouse?
(a) Find another husband.
(b) Become a better wife.
(c) Leave the village.
(d) Become a nun.

Short Answer Questions

1. According to her reply through the courier, where was MM heading after her stay in the market town?

2. When Fujiwara replied to MM's letter in Book One, how did he justify his behavior?

3. Why was MM concerned that her prayers would not be answered?

4. In the event of his death, for how many months did Fujiwara request MM mourn before remarrying?

5. Why did MM make so many pilgrimages to different shrines?

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