3. What instruction did Junko leave in the letter for her mother?
(a) To come with her.
(b) To leave her father.
(c) To help with the earthquake relief efforts.
(d) Not to look for her.

4. Who is Shimao?
(a) Sasaki's sister.
(b) Keiko's friend.
(c) A hotel worker.
(d) Komura's wife.

5. Why did people often notice Miyake?
(a) He was a sharp dresser.
(b) His hands were always shaking.
(c) He had a Kansai dialect.
(d) He was extremely tall.

6. How long was Komura married?
(a) One year.
(b) Five years.
(c) Two months.
(d) One week.

7. According to Yoshiya's friend, what can cure a hangover?
(a) Watching a morning talk show.
(b) Eating a fried egg with rice.
(c) Going for a run.
(d) Spending time with one's father.

8. What word does Shimao use to describe her bear story?
(a) Gross.
(b) Raunchy.
(c) Spooky.
(d) Upsetting.

9. What put Yoshiya's mother in an unhygienic state?
(a) He announced he was getting married.
(b) He announced he was leaving home.
(c) He announced he was leaving the faith.
(d) He announced he had a girlfriend.

10. What does Yoshiya do on the pitcher's mound?
(a) He forgives his mother.
(b) He dances.
(c) He calls his father.
(d) He says a long prayer.

11. What animal was Shimao afraid of in her story?
(a) Tigers.
(b) Birds.
(c) Wolves.
(d) Bears.

12. What did Komura's wife write in her note to him?
(a) I am never coming back.
(b) You are the worst person I have ever met.
(c) I went to help people after the earthquake.
(d) I will be back in two weeks.

13. What is the truck that passes by Yoshiya's home selling?
(a) Fresh fish.
(b) Clothes-drying poles.
(c) Trinkets for tourists.
(d) Bottled water.

14. What drink did Miyake share with Junko and Keisuke?
(a) Water.
(b) Rum.
(c) Whiskey.
(d) Beer.

15. What caused Mr. Tabata's death?
(a) A violent attack.
(b) Skin cancer.
(c) Urethral cancer.
(d) A mysterious stomach ailment.