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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 Two: Chapter 13, "A Tall Order," what type of event does Natsu attend on the twenty-ninth?
(a) A seminar on reproductive ethics.
(b) A talk by Jun Aizawa.
(c) A symposium on artificial insemination.
(d) A book signing.

2. In Book One: Chapter 7, "All That You Hold Dear," what does Natsu find in Midoriko's backpack?
(a) A letter.
(b) Fireworks.
(c) A journal with drawings and writings.
(d) Money.

3. In Book Two: Chapter 11, "I Am So Happy Cause Today...," what has changed in the bathhouse according to Natsu?
(a) The location of the bathhouse.
(b) The presence of people.
(c) The color of the tiles.
(d) The temperature of the water.

4. In Book Two: Chapter 13, "A Tall Order," what promise does Komi make to Natsu in the dream?
(a) Komi promises to visit her as a ghost after death.
(b) Komi promises to communicate with Natsu in various forms after death.
(c) Komi promises to stay with her forever and never leave.
(d) Komi promises to be a guardian angel for Natsu.

5. 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.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Book Two: Chapter 9, "All The Little Flowers," how does Natsu spend her evening after seeing the news report on sperm donation?

2. In Book Two: Chapter 11, "I Am So Happy Cause Today...," what do the men in the smoking area do with the cigarette butts?

3. In Book Two: Chapter 12, "Merry Christmas," what topic is the woman in the wrinkly gray jacket opposed to?

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

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

Short Essay Questions

1. Book Two: Chapter 11, "I Am So Happy Cause Today...," how does Sengawa respond to Natsu's remarks about feeling overheated during the event? How do they end up at the afterparty?

2. 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?

3. 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.

4. 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.

5. In Book Two: Chapter 11, "I Am So Happy Cause Today...," describe Natsu's experience at the reading event. How does she react to the monotonous reading and the sweltering environment?

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

8. In Book Two: Chapter 8, "Where Is Your Ambition," how does Natsu's perception of luck change as her career progresses?

9. In Book Two: Chapter 9, "All The Little Flowers," examine the impact of Naruse's comment about Natsu being better off alone on her emotional state and self-perception. How does this comment shape her future decisions and outlook on relationships?

10. In Book Two: Chapter 8, "Where Is Your Ambition," examine Ryoko Sengawa's role in the protagonist's life and writing career. How does Sengawa's advice and encouragement impact Natsu's creative process and perspective on literature?

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