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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Ono believe the Miyakes withdrew their offer of marriage?
(a) They didn't want to be associated with Ono.
(b) They didn't want their son to marry such a headstrong girl.
(c) They were uncomfortable about their son marrying above his station.
(d) They were too poor to support the wedding.

2. How does Ichiro respond to Setsuko's requests for him to settle down?
(a) He kisses her.
(b) He obeys her.
(c) He ignores her.
(d) He laughs at her.

3. What is always somewhere in a Moriyama painting?
(a) A mountain.
(b) A lotus.
(c) A lantern.
(d) A teapot.

4. How does Ono want Noriko to appear during the miai?
(a) Dignified and silent.
(b) Shy and innocent.
(c) Quiet and respectful.
(d) Lively and intelligent.

5. Why is Setsuko uncomfortable with Noriko's talk about Ono?
(a) It is disrespectful.
(b) It is dishonest
(c) She feels guilty for causing discord.
(d) She feels guilty for not helping.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Ono come to admire Moriyama's treatment of his students?

2. What does Ono like about the garden?

3. What does Setsuko say in Kawabe Park that irritates Ono?

4. What does Shintaro paint now that the war is over?

5. How does Kuroda's student, Enchi, change his attitude during Ono's visit?

(see the answer key)

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