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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 3, "Whose Boobs Are They?", what does Natsu notice about Makiko's appearance in the bathhouse?
2. In Book One: Chapter 3, "Whose Boobs Are They?", what is the overall theme or message conveyed in this excerpt?
3. In Book One: Chapter 6, "The Safest Place in the World," what has been happening to Natsu's menstrual cycle recently?
4. In Book One: Chapter 4, "Out For Chinese," what distinguishes Kewpie's appearances at different bars?
5. In Book One: Chapter 6, "The Safest Place in the World," what do the lights in the distance remind Natsu of?
Short Essay Questions
1. In Book One: Chapter 5, "Up All Night Talking," how does the conversation between Makiko and Natsu about the man whose ex-wife returns after 20 years reflect the theme of societal expectations?
2. In Book One: Chapter 2, "To Be More Beautiful," how has Makiko's behavior changed regarding her decision to undergo breast augmentation, and what does Natsu notice about their late-night conversations?
3. In Book One: Chapter 6, "The Safest Place In The World," how does the amusement park setting serve as a contrast to Natsu's inner turmoil and emotional state?
4. In Book One: Chapter 4, "Out For Chinese," who is Kewpie, and what role does he play in the community of Shobashi? Describe his appearance, personality, and the unusual way he makes a living.
5. In Book One: Chapter 3, "Whose Boobs Are They?" how does Natsu's relationship with her sister Makiko and her niece Midoriko influence her perspective on life and her own dreams?
6. 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?
7. In Book One: Chapter 6, "The Safest Place In The World," how does the act of cleaning the blood-stained sheets and the exchange with Midoriko in the bathroom underscore the mother-daughter dynamic in the story?
8. In Book One: Chapter 5, "Up All Night Talking," how does Natsu's contemplation of the books on her bookshelf reflect her evolving perspective on literature and the canonical works she once revered?
9. In Book One: Chapter 1, "Are You Poor?," how does Natsu describe her current life in Tokyo? What aspects of her life and career contribute to her feelings of stagnation and isolation?
10. 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?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
In Book Two: Chapter 17, "Not Letting Go," analyze the significance of revisiting Natsu's childhood neighborhood with Aizawa in the context of their relationship and the theme of nostalgia.
Essay Topic 2
In Book Two: Chapter 14, "A Stiff Upper Lip," discuss the complexities of Yuriko's feelings towards her abusive father and the conflict between a sense of duty to family and the need to protect her own well-being.
Essay Topic 3
In Book One: Chapter 2, "To Be More Beautiful," discuss Makiko's contemplation of breast augmentation as a means of addressing her financial struggles and the tensions in her relationship with her daughter, Midoriko.
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