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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 5, 6, 7 and 8.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What did Naomi's parents do that was unusual within their community?
(a) They did not have an arranged marriage.
(b) They decided not to be married.
(c) They did not speak Japanese with their families.
(d) They adopted their children.

2. How much did the government offer to pay Grandpa Kato for his Cadillac during WWII?
(a) Thirty dollars.
(b) Three thousand dollars.
(c) Three dollars.
(d) Three hundred dollars.

3. Which recipe did Uncle spend years trying to perfect?
(a) His sticky rice recipe.
(b) His bread recipe.
(c) His chocolate chip cookie recipe.
(d) HIs barbequed ribs recipe.

4. When Obasan awakens Naomi in the middle of the night, where does she take her?
(a) Out into the garage.
(b) Down into the cellar.
(c) Up into the attic.
(d) Out into the barn.

5. In Naomi's dream, who is with her on the mountain?
(a) An unidentified man.
(b) Her brother.
(c) Her Obasan.
(d) Her sister.

Short Answer Questions

1. What type of dance does Uncle perform when he appears in Naomi's dream?

2. What did Naomi's grandfather spend his life building?

3. Which of Naomi's family members was held in an internment camp during WWII?

4. What type of flower does Uncle have in his mouth when he appears in Naomi's dream?

5. What did Aunt Emily want to do for a living, but was never able to find work?

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