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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Ono like best about the house?
(a) It is conducive to relaxation and calm.
(b) It is prestigious.
(c) It suffered no damage during the war.
(d) It is visually exciting.

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

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

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

5. How does Ono describe Noriko and Setsuko?
(a) Both girls are shy and retiring.
(b) Both girls are headstrong and stubborn.
(c) Noriko is headstrong; Setsuko is shy and retiring.
(d) Noriko is shy and retiring; Setsuko is headstrong.

Short Answer Questions

1. On what basis do the Sugimura sisters select a buyer for their house?

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

3. How does Setsuko characterize Ichiro?

4. Why does Ono enjoy Shintaro's company?

5. Which of the sisters is older?

(see the answer key)

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