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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 24, 25 and 26.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who does Naomi remember staring at her while she begged for help after witnessing the traumatic event with her animals?
(a) Mr. Gower.
(b) Mrs. Sugimoto.
(c) Rough Bill Locke.
(d) Dr. Kato.

2. Which word is the best translation of the Japanese word "wagamama" used in the novel?
(a) Angry.
(b) Emotional.
(c) Selfish.
(d) Excited.

3. Which of the following does Obasan say is strengthened by fire?
(a) Soldier rifles.
(b) Samurai swords.
(c) Ninji nunchucks.
(d) Blacksmith tools.

4. How old is Naomi in the last photo taken of her and her mother?
(a) An adult.
(b) An infant.
(c) A teenager.
(d) A toddler.

5. As a child, how does Naomi remember the sounds of music that filled the house?
(a) She is haunted by the sounds of music.
(b) She is filled with fear when she hears the music.
(c) She remembers the music fondly.
(d) She does not remember the music.

Short Answer Questions

1. What part of a woman's dress is given to the mother on the train so that she can fashion a diaper for her baby?

2. During which season does Uncle come to stay with the family in Slocan?

3. In the childhood story that Naomi is frequently told, from what piece of fruit does the little boy appear from?

4. What does Obasan say strengthens humans?

5. What ethnicity is the officer in Naomi's dream?

(see the answer key)

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