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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 2, Full Moon.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Yuichi get slapped?
(a) For living with Mikage.
(b) For insulting Eriko.
(c) For being lazy.
(d) For quitting his job.

2. Which of the following pairs are common themes in the first chapter?
(a) Growth and success.
(b) Harmony and success.
(c) Destiny and anxiety.
(d) Destiny and spirituality.

3. When does Mikage learn to cook?
(a) Last winter.
(b) Last fall.
(c) Last spring.
(d) Last summer.

4. What does Banana Yoshimoto use as a catalyst for love?
(a) Loneliness.
(b) Death.
(c) Security.
(d) Homelessness.

5. What does the Tanabe family bring to Mikage's life?
(a) Eccentricity.
(b) Fulfillment.
(c) Despair.
(d) Normalcy.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does the tone change in Chapter Two?

2. What do Yuichi and Mikage share at the end of Chapter One?

3. Where does Eriko work?

4. Who calls Mikage after the banquet?

5. What challenges does the Tanabe face in helping one another?

(see the answer key)

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