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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Winter: December 5 through December 25, 1937.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is Stephen's interpretation of his parents' marriage at the end of the December journal entries?
(a) That it is healing.
(b) That it is over.
(c) That it is at a painful point in a growth process.
(d) That it is no more than a business arrangement.

2. Who is Tomoko?
(a) Keiko's sister.
(b) Sachi's sister.
(c) Kenzo's sister.
(d) Matsu's sister.

3. What item is found in Matsu's garden?
(a) A fish pond.
(b) A colorful array of vegetables.
(c) An aromatic purple flower.
(d) A cherry tree.

4. What does Stephen receive from his mother in November?
(a) A visit.
(b) A package.
(c) A letter.
(d) A telegram.

5. What news is received that dampens the spirits of Stephen, Matsu, and their visitor?
(a) The storm has devastated the village.
(b) The Japanese have taken over a key city.
(c) A child from the village has drowned.
(d) The Japanese Army is advancing.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where does Matsu invite Stephen after his father leaves?

2. Where does Stephen's father spend most of his time?

3. Who is the person who meets Stephen at the train station in Tarumi?

4. Why is Stephen embarrassed by his body?

5. What does Stephen notice a lack of in Tarumi?

(see the answer key)

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