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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Book One: Chapter 7, "All That You Hold Dear," what does Natsu dream about while sleeping in the beanbag?
(a) Having a picnic with her sister.
(b) Going to the beach with her mother.
(c) Being on a train with her father.
(d) Riding on a ferris wheel with her father.

2. 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 contacting the police to locate her.
(c) By calling her repeatedly but getting no response.
(d) By leaving her a note on the tea table.

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

4. In Book Two: Chapter 13, "A Tall Order," what does Sengawa want to discuss with Natsu during their dinner meetup?
(a) A book she was working on.
(b) Her plans for the New Year.
(c) Her recent perm.
(d) Natsu's novel.

5. In Book Two: Chapter 9, "All The Little Flowers," what is Midoriko's current situation?
(a) She is traveling to museums on an island vacation.
(b) She is enjoying a happy relationship with Haruyama.
(c) She is studying to become a doctor.
(d) She is pregnant with her boyfriend's child.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Book Two: Chapter 13, "A Tall Order," what type of event does Natsu attend on the twenty-ninth?

2. In Book One: Chapter 7, "All That You Hold Dear," what does Natsu offer to Midoriko and Makiko?

3. In Book Two: Chapter 9, "All The Little Flowers," how does Natsu feel about sexuality and having a child at the end of the chapter?

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

5. In Book Two: Chapter 12, "Merry Christmas," why does Rie plan to move to Wakayama?

Short Essay Questions

1. In Book One: Chapter 7, "All That You Hold Dear," discuss the motif of uncertainty and its role in driving the narrative forward.

2. In Book Two: Chapter 10, "Choose From The Following Options," how does Natsu's focus on writing and research influence her ability to maintain a connection with Sengawa?

3. In Book Two: Chapter 12, "Merry Christmas," describe Natsu's conversation with Aizawa after the event. What do they discuss, and what information does Natsu receive from Aizawa?

4. In Book Two: Chapter 9, "All The Little Flowers," analyze Natsu's emotional response upon reconnecting with Naruse after a long period of no contact.

5. In Book Two: Chapter 9, "All The Little Flowers," explore Natsu's internal struggle with her sexuality and the societal expectations of fulfilling her partner's desires.

6. In Book Two: Chapter 10, "Choose From The Following Options," describe Natsu's struggle to research and depict the yakuza in their writing.

7. Book Two: Chapter 11, "I Am So Happy Cause Today...," discuss the atmosphere and interactions at the afterparty. How do the attendees behave, and how does the male novelist's conversation draw both support and criticism?

8. In Book One: Chapter 7, "All That You Hold Dear," how does the setting of Tokyo contribute to the sense of isolation and disconnection Natsu feels?

9. In Book Two: Chapter 10, "Choose From The Following Options," discuss the impact of Natsu's research on sperm donation and fertility treatment on her thoughts and emotions.

10. In Book Two: Chapter 9, "All The Little Flowers," analyze the changes in Natsu's relationship with Naruse over time, from their deep connection as friends to their eventual breakup.

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