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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 Makiko's main topic of discussion during her late-night calls with Natsu?
2. In Book One: Chapter 5, "Up All Night Talking," what is Natsu's current rent situation with the landlord?
3. In Book One: Chapter 1, "Are You Poor?," why does Natsu feel like she is the only one who does not know the rules at Tokyo Station?
4. In Book One: Chapter 2, "To Be More Beautiful," why is Natsu uneasy when Makiko calls her in the middle of the night?
5. In Book One: Chapter 2, "To Be More Beautiful," why does Natsu mention the hyaluronic acid option to Makiko?
Short Essay Questions
1. In Book One: Chapter 6, "The Safest Place In The World," what is the significance of Natsu's irregular menstrual cycle, and how does it reflect her changing perspective on life and time passing by?
2. 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?
3. In Book One: Chapter 2, "To Be More Beautiful," how does Natsu feel about Makiko's decision to undergo breast augmentation surgery?
4. 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?
5. 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?
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 amusement park setting serve as a contrast to Natsu's inner turmoil and emotional state?
8. In Book One: Chapter 4, "Out For Chinese," describe the atmosphere and setting of the Chinese restaurant where the characters are dining. How does the environment reflect the restaurant's reputation?
9. 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?
10. 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?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
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.
Essay Topic 2
In Book Two: Chapter 12, "Merry Christmas," explore the symbolic meaning of Christmas in the context of the story and its connection to Natsu's experiences.
Essay Topic 3
In Book One: Chapter 6, "The Safest Place In The World," discuss how the author uses the metaphor of the map of Japan and the speech bubble to explore Natsu's feelings about her own fertility and the passing of time.
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