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

2. What does Kuroda explain to Ono while they sit around the table in Migi-Hidari?
(a) That Ono was unaware of his own great reputation.
(b) That Ono was not keeping up with changing times.
(c) That Ono was not the painter he used to be.
(d) That Ono did not appreciate his students' progress.

3. According to Suichi, Ichiro's father, why does Ono quit painting?
(a) Because he is too old.
(b) Because he lost interest in art.
(c) Because he has lost his skill.
(d) Because Japan lost the war.

4. Why is Ono considered as a potential buyer for the Sugimura house?
(a) The sisters' deceased father owed Ono a debt.
(b) The sisters' deceased father had respected his art.
(c) The sisters' deceased father had known of his wealth.
(d) The sisters'deceased father had been a relative.

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

Short Answer Questions

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

2. How does Noriko say Ono used to treat them?

3. How does Ono describe Noriko and Setsuko?

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

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

(see the answer key)

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