2. What does Matsuda say about his own present-day perspective on life during his last conversation with Ono?
(a) It is global.
(b) It is broader than Ono's perspective.
(c) It is national and patriotic.
(d) It doesn't extend much beyond his own garden.

3. How long after their initial reconnection had Ono visited his old friend?
(a) Eighteen months.
(b) Two years.
(c) A year.
(d) Six months.

4. How does Sugimura plan to leave his mark on the city forever?
(a) By eliminating the pleasure district.
(b) By converting Kawabe Park into the focus of culture.
(c) By holding prestigious auctions for his four houses.
(d) By leaving his fortune to the local university.

5. Why does Ono admire Sugimura?
(a) He aspired to rise above mediocrity.
(b) He was a skilled landscape designer.
(c) He aspired to make a fortune.
(d) He aspired to fame.

6. Why does Ono come to admire Moriyama's treatment of his students?
(a) Ono believes it is foolish to waste time discussing each comment.
(b) Ono believes students' comments are mere flattery.
(c) Ono believes it is important for students to develop their own thinking.
(d) Ono believes students often know more than their teachers.

7. What news does Ono give Matsuda about himself?
(a) He has stopped painting.
(b) He has taken up horticulture.
(c) He has started painting again.
(d) He is considering marriage again.

8. How many students has Moriyama had at his villa?
(a) Twelve.
(b) Six.
(c) Ten.
(d) Eight.

9. What is the last year covered in this story?
(a) 1949.
(b) 1950.
(c) 1947.
(d) 1952.

10. Who does Matsuda claim has been blamed for Japan's downfall?
(a) The emperor and his household.
(b) Military men, politicians, and businessmen.
(c) Artists and musicians.
(d) The voting public.

11. Why does Matsuda say he never married?
(a) He was too busy improving the world.
(b) He had too many girlfriends.
(c) He never found the right woman.
(d) He was too busy traveling the world.

12. What kindness does Matsuda perform for Ono?
(a) Matsuda recommended Ono to an art dealer.
(b) A letter of encouragement during Ono's illness.
(c) Flowers sent during Ono's illness.
(d) Matsuda loaned Ono money.

13. What is found where Mrs. Kawakami's and the Migi-Hidari once stood?
(a) A restaurant and an office building.
(b) A bank and a theater.
(c) A theater and a restaurant.
(d) An office building and a parking lot.

14. Why does Ono believe that the Tortoise or Shintaro will never feel the sort of happiness he felt sitting on the hillside?
(a) They did not risk everything in an attempt to be extraordinary.
(b) They were prone to complain.
(c) They were not skilled enough craftsmen.
(d) They did not have the talent.

15. Why does Ono introduce Kenji into the conversation in Noriko's kitchen?
(a) He had argued with his wife about giving Kenji sake at the same age.
(b) He suddenly recalls his son's death.
(c) He feels outnumbered by women.
(d) His son, had he been present, would have taken his side.