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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.
Short Answer Questions
1. In Book One: Chapter 2, "To Be More Beautiful," what is Natsu's concern about Makiko working nights at the bar?
2. In Book One: Chapter 6, "The Safest Place in the World," how does Natsu feel about her menstrual cycle?
3. In Book One: Chapter 4, "Out For Chinese," what distinguishes Kewpie's appearances at different bars?
4. In Book One: Chapter 1, "Are You Poor?," what is Midoriko's reaction upon entering Natsu's apartment?
5. In Book One: Chapter 4, "Out For Chinese," what is Kewpie's reputation in Shobashi?
Short Essay Questions
1. In Book One: Chapter 5, "Up All Night Talking," how does the conversation between Makiko and Natsu about Kewpie, the local legend in Shobashi, highlight the complexities of human behavior and the ambiguous moral dilemmas faced by individuals in difficult situations?
2. In Book One: Chapter 3, "Whose Boobs Are They?" who is Yamagu, and what memories does Natsu associate with her?
3. In Book One: Chapter 5, "Up All Night Talking," how does Natsu's encounter with Yamagu, now known as Chika Yamaguchi, at the Chinese restaurant evoke memories from her past? How does this encounter reflect the theme of unexpected reunions in the story?
4. In Book One: Chapter 1, "Are You Poor?," how does Natsu gauge someone's past poverty based on the number of windows they had in their childhood home? What is the significance of this observation?
5. In Book One: Chapter 3, "Whose Boobs Are They?" how do Natsu's past memories with Makiko and her dreams of becoming a writer intersect with her responsibilities towards her niece?
6. In Book One: Chapter 2, "To Be More Beautiful," how does Natsu feel about Makiko's decision to consider welfare as a potential financial support option, and why does Makiko hesitate to consider it?
7. In Book One: Chapter 4, "Out For Chinese," how does Natsu's memory of the Chinese restaurant and Kewpie reflect their personal experiences and the changing dynamics of the community?
8. In Book One: Chapter 3, "Whose Boobs Are They?" how does Natsu's perception of her own body differ from her sister Makiko's preoccupation with physical appearance and beauty enhancements?
9. In Book One: Chapter 4, "Out For Chinese," how does the Chinese restaurant in the story symbolize a sense of community and inclusivity in Shobashi?
10. In Book One: Chapter 1, "Are You Poor?," how does Natsu and her sister manage to survive after their mother's death, and what do they do to support themselves financially during their teenage years?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
In Book One: Chapter 4, "Out For Chinese," analyze Midoriko's conflicting emotions, her journal entry, and her observations during the meal with her mother, highlighting how her perception of her mother's life and sacrifices influences her own decisions and aspirations for the future.
Essay Topic 2
In Book Two: Chapter 11, "I'm So Happy Cause Today...," explore the impact of author readings on audience perception and the overall literary experience. Analyze the provided excerpt where Natsu attends a reading event featuring two authors, a poet and a novelist.
Essay Topic 3
In Book One: Chapter 3, "Whose Boobs Are They?" discuss the significance of the bathhouse environment as a place of vulnerability and self-discovery, where Natsu confronts her own insecurities while also observing her sister's physical appearance.
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