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This test consists of 15 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Book One: Chapter 1, "Are You Poor?," what communication method does Midoriko use to talk to her mother after they stop speaking?
(a) She sends her mother voice messages.
(b) She communicates using pen and paper.
(c) She writes letters to her mother.
(d) She communicates through sign language.

2. In Book One: Chapter 1, "Are You Poor?," why does Natsu feel like she is the only one who does not know the rules at Tokyo Station?
(a) Because she feels out of place among the crowd of people.
(b) Because she does not understand how the train system works.
(c) Because she does not know where to go to meet her sister.
(d) Because it is her first time visiting Tokyo.

3. In Book One: Chapter 4, "Out For Chinese," what does Makiko do when she gets home from work?
(a) Kisses her daughter while she sleeps.
(b) Watches TV.
(c) Takes a nap until morning.
(d) Takes a shower.

4. In Book One: Chapter 6, "The Safest Place in the World," what does Midoriko write in her notebook at the end of the passage?
(a) Because of the color.
(b) Remembering the ferris wheel.
(c) Thinking about the past.
(d) Feeling nostalgic.

5. In Book One: Chapter 6, "The Safest Place in the World," what has been happening to Natsu's menstrual cycle recently?
(a) It has become more regular.
(b) It has been delayed by ten days.
(c) It has been consistently on time.
(d) It has been coming earlier than usual.

6. In Book One: Chapter 4, "Out For Chinese," how does Natsu react when Kewpie asks her to sing a song?
(a) She asks Kewpie to sing a song instead.
(b) She declines and hides behind the bar in embarrassment.
(c) She pretends not to hear him and avoids the situation.
(d) She sings confidently and passionately.

7. In Book One: Chapter 3, "Whose Boobs Are They?", what does Natsu notice about Makiko's appearance in the bathhouse?
(a) Her beautiful smile.
(b) Her new hairstyle.
(c) Her thin and gaunt body.
(d) Her stunning eyes.

8. In Book One: Chapter 3, "Whose Boobs Are They?", what is the overall theme or message conveyed in this excerpt?
(a) The importance of maintaining friendships from childhood.
(b) The complexities of gender identity and societal norms.
(c) The discomfort of being naked in a public bathhouse.
(d) The pursuit of physical beauty and its impact on self-worth.

9. In Book One: Chapter 1, "Are You Poor?," what worries the Natsu about the girl on the train who seems poor?
(a) Her oversized water bottle.
(b) Her lack of a bag or purse.
(c) Her psoriasis condition.
(d) Her unhealthy eating habits.

10. In Book One: Chapter 2, "To Be More Beautiful," what type of brochure design does Makiko's preferred clinic have, according to Natsu?
(a) Modern and minimalistic.
(b) Aggressive and dramatic.
(c) Informative and medical.
(d) Playful and cute.

11. In Book One: Chapter 4, "Out For Chinese," what is Kewpie's reputation in Shobashi?
(a) A beloved bartender.
(b) A talented musician.
(c) A professional singer
(d) A local legend and scam artist.

12. In Book One: Chapter 3, "Whose Boobs Are They?", what does Natsu think of Makiko's nipples?
(a) Dark and too large.
(b) Small and dark.
(c) Big and pink.
(d) Light and cute.

13. In Book One: Chapter 1, "Are You Poor?," where does Natsu's father go when he leaves the family?
(a) He passes away due to an illness.
(b) He abandons them and is never seen again.
(c) He moves to another city for work.
(d) He goes on a trip and never returns.

14. In Book One: Chapter 5, "Up All Night Talking," what does Natsu learn about Makiko's financial situation?
(a) Makiko's rent is significantly higher than Natsu's.
(b) Makiko's daughter's school expenses will be a financial burden.
(c) Makiko recently got a raise at work.
(d) Makiko is saving up for a vacation.

15. In Book One: Chapter 2, "To Be More Beautiful," why does Makiko refuse Natsu's suggestion of applying for welfare assistance?
(a) She believes she can find a better job on her own.
(b) She believes it will be a burden on society.
(c) She does not want to accept help from the government.
(d) She thinks it will be a sign of failure and shame.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Book One: Chapter 3, "Whose Boobs Are They?", what does Natsu want more than anything?

2. In Book One: Chapter 4, "Out For Chinese," what distinguishes Kewpie's appearances at different bars?

3. In Book One: Chapter 3, "Whose Boobs Are They?", how does Natsu describe the tomboy's body?

4. In Book One: Chapter 4, "Out For Chinese," what is Natsu's reaction after singing the song?

5. In Book One: Chapter 6, "The Safest Place in the World," why does Natsu feel a pressure in their chest while watching the ferris wheel?

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