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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 Two: Chapter 8, "Where Is Your Ambition?", what did the protagonist's male editor criticize about her writing?
2. In Book Two: Chapter 13, "A Tall Order," what does Sengawa want to discuss with Natsu during their dinner meetup?
3. In Book Two: Chapter 8, "Where Is Your Ambition?", what is Rie's view on the kidney situation?
4. In Book One: Chapter 7, "All That You Hold Dear," what do Natsu and Midoriko buy at the store?
5. In Book Two: Chapter 8, "Where Is Your Ambition?", how does Yuko feel about her husband in the context of the kidney donation scenario?
Short Essay Questions
1. 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?
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 9, "All The Little Flowers," analyze Natsu's emotional response upon reconnecting with Naruse after a long period of no contact.
4. In Book Two: Chapter 13, "A Tall Order," analyze Natsu's experience with the winter sunlight and its symbolic significance in the novel. How does the sunlight influence her emotional state and reflect her internal journey throughout the story?
5. In Book Two: Chapter 10, "Choose From The Following Options," describe Natsu's struggle to research and depict the yakuza in their writing.
6. In Book One: Chapter 7, "All That You Hold Dear," how does Natsu's increasing worry and anxiety over Makiko's absence contribute to the tension and mood in the story?
7. In Book Two: Chapter 12, "Merry Christmas," what internal conflict does Natsu face regarding the idea of donor conception?
8. In Book Two: Chapter 12, "Merry Christmas," describe Natsu's recollections of past Christmases while working at the bar. How do these memories contrast with her current feelings and experiences during the Christmas season?
9. 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?
10. 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?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
In Book Two: Chapter 15, "Take It or Leave it," analyze the protagonist's traumatic encounter in Shibuya with Onda, the man from the internet.
Essay Topic 2
In Book One: Chapter 5, "Up All Night Talking," analyze the interactions between Natsu and her sister, Makiko, and their conversation about the rent situation. Discuss how the portrayal of the landlord's visit and Natsu's reflections on past financial difficulties shed light on the challenges faced by individuals living in expensive urban areas like Tokyo.
Essay Topic 3
In Book Two: Chapter 9, "All The Little Flowers," analyze the portrayal of human emotions and the intricacies of human connection in this narrative excerpt, and discuss the broader theme of self-discovery presented in Natsu's reflections.
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