View a FREE sample

This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 34.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What excuse does Mameha make up for her visit?
(a) She says she was wondering about Chiyo's health.
(b) She says she came by to pay her respects to Mother after the loss of Granny.
(c) She says she forgot something the last time she visited.
(d) She says she wanted to see if the okiya was still having trouble with Chiyo.

2. How long has it been since Sayuri saw Nobu when the geisha districts are about to be closed down?
(a) Eight years.
(b) Five years.
(c) Four years.
(d) Three years.

3. What is Sayuri's primary job at the Arashinos?
(a) Dying fabrics.
(b) Gathering roots.
(c) Sewing.
(d) Cooking.

4. Who designed the gardens at the Baron's estate?
(a) The Baron.
(b) Arashino.
(c) The Baron's grandfather.
(d) The Baron's father.

5. What word does Nobu use to characterize geisha naming traditions?
(a) Foolish.
(b) Esteemed.
(c) Venerable.
(d) Ridiculous.

Short Answer Questions

1. What made-up story does Nobu tell when it's his turn to play "Big Liar"?

2. Why is Sayuri worried that Mameha wants Nobu to become her danna?

3. Who does Sayuri begin to think about during her time with the Arashinos and realize she may never see again?

4. What does Sayuri compare herself to in explaining to Pumpkin the desperate situation she's in?

5. What does Uchida Kosaburo do for a living?

(see the answer key)

This section contains 300 words (approx. 1 page at 300 words per page) View a FREE sample