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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 9, "All The Little Flowers," what challenges does Natsu face in her consideration of visiting a sperm bank for donation?
(a) Financial constraints and inability to afford the procedure.
(b) Limited availability of sperm donation sites in her area.
(c) Societal judgments and pressure from family and friends.
(d) Language barriers and difficulties in communication.

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

3. In Book Two: Chapter 11, "I Am So Happy Cause Today...," what is Natsu's impression of the first poet who read his work at the event?
(a) He seems unwell and struggles with violent coughing fits.
(b) He is a charismatic and engaging speaker.
(c) He is a talented performer, reciting a sutra-like poem.
(d) He has a soothing and melodic reading voice.

4. In Book Two: Chapter 11, "I Am So Happy Cause Today...," why does Natsu sneak out of the reading early?
(a) She has another appointment to attend.
(b) She is disappointed with the quality of the readings.
(c) She wants to avoid the confrontation that occurred later at the party.
(d) She feels too hot and uncomfortable in the crowded space.

5. In Book Two: Chapter 8, "Where Is Your Ambition?", why does Natsu move to Tokyo?
(a) To become a coffee shop owner.
(b) To work as a book editor.
(c) To pursue a career as a writer.
(d) To study natural living practices.

6. In Book One: Chapter 7, "All That You Hold Dear," why is Midoriko crying?
(a) She is angry at her mother for not telling her the truth.
(b) She wants to get attention from her mother.
(c) She is frustrated and scared about her future and wants to help her family.
(d) She is upset that her mother has to work and cannot spend more time with her.

7. In Book Two: Chapter 11, "I Am So Happy Cause Today...," what does Natsu find peculiar about the women in the audience during the reading?
(a) They are laughing and chatting loudly, distracting others.
(b) They are completely engrossed in the readings and do not blink.
(c) They are wearing winter clothing even though it is still autumn.
(d) They seem disinterested in the readings and look bored.

8. In Book Two: Chapter 13, "A Tall Order," what is Rika working on during the holidays and at the time of the conversation with Natsu?
(a) A blog about infertility.
(b) Galleys for a novel coming out in spring.
(c) A book that had already been published.
(d) A new series for a newspaper.

9. In Book Two: Chapter 10, "Choose From The Following Options," why does the woman hesitate to tell Sengawa about the idea of getting pregnant from donated sperm?
(a) She does not want Sengawa's opinion on the matter.
(b) She is embarrassed to discuss such a personal topic.
(c) She fears that Sengawa will think it is crazy.
(d) She wants to keep the idea to herself for now.

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

11. In Book Two: Chapter 11, "I Am So Happy Cause Today...," who does Natsu use to visit the bathhouse with?
(a) Mom and Dad.
(b) Komi and Makiko.
(c) Only Komi.
(d) No one, Natsu goes alone.

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

13. In Book Two: Chapter 13, "A Tall Order," how many New Year's greetings did Natsu receive in 2017?
(a) 4.
(b) 2.
(c) 1.
(d) 3.

14. In Book One: Chapter 7, "All That You Hold Dear," what is the color of the webpage with the timetable for breast implants?
(a) Green.
(b) Pink.
(c) Blue.
(d) Yellow.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. In Book Two: Chapter 10, "Choose From The Following Options," why does the woman feel limited in her options for sperm donation in Japan?

2. In Book Two: Chapter 10, "Choose From The Following Options," why does the woman choose to use sperm from a volunteer donor rather than a hospital?

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

4. In Book One: Chapter 7, "All That You Hold Dear," what do Natsu and Midoriko buy at the store?

5. In Book One: Chapter 7, "All That You Hold Dear," what is the name of the clinic Makiko goes to?

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