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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Noriko say that Ono is making progress?
(a) He's learning to cook.
(b) He's improved the house alone.
(c) He's modernized his painting style.
(d) He's learning to speak English.

2. Why does Ono enjoy Shintaro's company?
(a) Because Ono admires his painting.
(b) Because he is unchanged by the war.
(c) Because Shintaro has a subtle sense of humor.
(d) Because Shintaro is perceptive about politics.

3. How does Noriko say Ono used to treat them?
(a) He doted on them.
(b) He was a tyrant.
(c) He spoiled them.
(d) He ignored them.

4. What does Ono promise the youngest Sugimura sister?
(a) That he would build a room for her.
(b) That she could return to the house whenever she wanted.
(c) That he would repair the war damage at the first opportunity.
(d) That she could live with their family.

5. Which room does Ono say is the most important room in the house?
(a) The veranda.
(b) The long corridor.
(c) The reception room.
(d) The kitchen.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. What had the wandering priest warned Ono's parents about him?

3. How does Noriko persuade Ichiro to help her clear away the breakfast things?

4. Why does Ichiro refuse to help Noriko put away the breakfast things?

5. How does Noriko embarrass Ono in front of Mr. Mori?

(see the answer key)

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