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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Book Two: Chapter 12, "Merry Christmas," where is the reading event held?
(a) Third floor of a compact building near Jiyugaoka Station.
(b) Second floor of a compact building near Jiyugaoka Station.
(c) First floor of a small building near Jiyugaoka Station.
(d) Fourth floor of a large building near Jiyugaoka Station.

2. In Book One: Chapter 7, "All That You Hold Dear," why does Natsu search for breast implants same day on her phone?
(a) She is worried that Makiko has undergone surgery the same day.
(b) She is considering getting breast implants herself.
(c) She wants to understand the process for a story she was writing.
(d) She is researching potential clinics for Makiko.

3. In Book Two: Chapter 10, "Choose From The Following Options," what differentiated the Danish sperm bank Velkommen from other options the woman considers?
(a) They provide non-anonymous sperm for single women.
(b) They offer lower prices compared to other sperm banks.
(c) They allow children to find out their father's identity in the future.
(d) They have a large number of available donors from Japan.

4. In Book Two: Chapter 9, "All The Little Flowers," what is Natsu doing at the beginning of the chapter?
(a) Reflecting on her past relationship.
(b) Working on her novel.
(c) Relaxing on an island vacation.
(d) Writing a series of essays.

5. In Book Two: Chapter 8, "Where Is Your Ambition?", what does Natsu do after her editor's harsh criticism?
(a) She gives up writing and pursues a different career.
(b) She ignores the criticism and continued writing as before.
(c) She seeks advice from other editors and writers.
(d) She screams in frustration and decides to forget about the editor's comments.

6. In Book Two: Chapter 11, "I Am So Happy Cause Today...," what do the men in the smoking area do with the cigarette butts?
(a) Throws them away in the trash.
(b) Puts them in their pockets.
(c) Puts them in plastic bags after squeezing out the moisture.
(d) Smokes them again.

7. In Book Two: Chapter 10, "Choose From The Following Options," what kind of books does the famous author write?
(a) Mystery novels with intricate plots.
(b) Non-fiction works on historical events.
(c) Self-help books on personal development.
(d) Fantasy books for children and young adults.

8. In Book Two: Chapter 9, "All The Little Flowers," how does Natsu spend her evening after seeing the news report on sperm donation?
(a) She goes out for a walk to clear her mind.
(b) She spends hours researching about sperm donation online.
(c) She calls Midoriko to discuss the TV report.
(d) She makes herself a late dinner and watched TV.

9. In Book Two: Chapter 10, "Choose From The Following Options," why does the woman feel limited in her options for sperm donation in Japan?
(a) The Japanese language make it difficult for her to communicate with foreign sperm banks.
(b) She cannot afford the high costs of sperm donation in Japan.
(c) She cannot find any legitimate sperm banks in the country.
(d) Japanese laws restrict access to sperm donation for single women.

10. In Book Two: Chapter 10, "Choose From The Following Options," what is the woman's reason for seeking a sperm donor?
(a) She wants to start a sperm bank.
(b) She wants to help out a man in need.
(c) She is struggling with infertility.
(d) She wants to have a child on her own.

11. In Book Two: Chapter 11, "I Am So Happy Cause Today...," what does Natsu learn about the male novelist during the party?
(a) He is shy and reserved in social situations.
(b) He is humble about his achievements and fame.
(c) He is friendly and liked by everyone at the party.
(d) He has a reputation for being arrogant and boastful.

12. In Book One: Chapter 7, "All That You Hold Dear," how does Natsu try to reach Makiko?
(a) By contacting the police to locate her.
(b) By sending her a text message.
(c) By calling her repeatedly but getting no response.
(d) By leaving her a note on the tea table.

13. In Book Two: Chapter 8, "Where Is Your Ambition?", how does Yoshikawa feel about the surgery?
(a) She will not consider giving her kidney to her husband.
(b) She will do it without hesitation for her family's sake.
(c) She will need more information before making a decision.
(d) She will do it only if it is the last resort.

14. In Book Two: Chapter 13, "A Tall Order," what does Jun Aizawa do for a living?
(a) Physician.
(b) Social media manager.
(c) Novelist.
(d) Professor.

15. In Book One: Chapter 7, "All That You Hold Dear," what does Natsu offer to Midoriko and Makiko?
(a) To buy them ice cream.
(b) To lend them money.
(c) To buy them soy milk.
(d) To take them on a trip to Tokyo.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Book Two: Chapter 10, "Choose From The Following Options," what concern does the woman express about using a sperm donor from the internet?

2. In Book Two: Chapter 12, "Merry Christmas," how many seats are available in the room for the event?

3. In Book Two: Chapter 11, "I Am So Happy Cause Today...," who does Natsu use to visit the bathhouse with?

4. In Book Two: Chapter 9, "All The Little Flowers," how long does it take Natsu to pay off her student loans?

5. In Book Two: Chapter 8, "Where Is Your Ambition?", what is Rie's view on the kidney situation?

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