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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 1.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. How does Shintaro embarrass Mrs. Kawakami?
(a) By joking too loudly.
(b) By expressing admiration for a war criminal.
(c) By drinking too much.
(d) By changing his painting style.

3. What does Ono promise Ichiro as a reward for drawing a picture?
(a) They would go see the monster movie.
(b) He would bring him dessert.
(c) He would take him to the zoo.
(d) He would buy him art supplies.

4. Where has Ichiro heard English spoken?
(a) His parents were studying English.
(b) His parents took him to a cowboy movie.
(c) His parents bought him an audiotape.
(d) His parents hired a tutor for him.

5. How does Setsuko characterize Ichiro?
(a) He's headstrong.
(b) He's messy.
(c) He's unusually intelligent.
(d) He's precocious.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Ono's wife press him to find a better house?

2. Which room does Ono say is the most important room in the house?

3. Why does Ono enjoy Shintaro's company?

4. Why did Ono as a young boy dread his father's business meetings?

5. What has Noriko planned for entertainment during Setsuko's visit?

(see the answer key)

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