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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How long did Shintaro serve in the military?
(a) Two years.
(b) Two months.
(c) Two days.
(d) Two weeks.

2. What does Ono believe he gained from his admission?
(a) A good marriage for his daughter.
(b) Taro's admiration.
(c) Noriko's respect.
(d) Satisfaction and dignity.

3. What does Miyake think about the suicide of his company's president?
(a) It was a noble gesture that freed his employees from shame.
(b) It brought shame to his employees.
(c) It was a tragic waste.
(d) It was an embarrassment to the company.

4. Who is Ichiro actually pretending to be when he imagines himself on horseback?
(a) The Lone Ranger.
(b) Roy Rogers.
(c) A samurai warrior.
(d) The Ninja of the wind.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. Why was Shintaro not initially called up for military service?

2. Who does Ono think Ichiro is pretending to be when the boy imagines himself on horseback?

3. How does the atmosphere of the miai change after Ono's confession?

4. What does Shintaro want Ono to do for him?

5. Which of the sisters is older?

(see the answer key)

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