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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Freddie like the woman across the hall so much?

2. What revelation does Ichiro have on the bus about fighting in the war?

3. Describe the area where the illegal gambling halls are located:

4. Why isn't Freddie afraid of being caught in the affair with the married woman?

5. How many blocks does Ichiro's mother walk to get bread?

Short Essay Questions

1. How long have Ichiro's parents been in the United States and do they plan on returning to Japan?

2. Describe Chinatown.

3. Why does Ichiro have to apologize to his father after Ichiro fought with his mother?

4. What makes Kenji and Ichiro such close friends?

5. Why does Ichiro call Taro a fool?

6. Why does Ichiro want to go to Portland?

7. Where has Freddie been before he recently returned home five weeks ago?

8. Why do characters like Ichiro and Freddie feel guilt?

9. How is Freddie spending his time and why?

10. Describe Club Oriental and what it has to offer.

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Why do you think Ichiro's mother never wanted to introduce American customs to her family? Why was she adamant about maintaining only Japanese traditions in the household? How does her attitude toward America contribute to her unwillingness to believe Japan has lost the war?

Essay Topic 2

Is Ichiro the protagonist or antagonist in the novel? Could he be considered a hero or a villian? Explain your answers by citing examples and reasons why he is one or the other.

Essay Topic 3

Discuss how bitterness is a continuing theme throughout the novel. In what way is Ichiro bitter? Are other characters affected by bitterness? Are there any solutions to the bitter attitudes displayed by the characters?

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