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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 8 – Grievances (May 1973).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. According to Shizuko, why didn't Hideki cry at his mother's funeral?
(a) He did not like her very much.
(b) He did not love her.
(c) He was left out of her will.
(d) He was the black sheep of the family.

2. No matter how much she looks, what can Hanae never find in Yuki's room?
(a) A spot of dust.
(b) The birthday presents hidden in there.
(c) The keys to Yuki's desk drawers.
(d) The key to Yuki's diary.

3. Why does Hideki think they should lie about the way her mother died?
(a) If they admitted the truth, people would feel pity for them.
(b) If they admitted the truth, nobody would want to come to their home.
(c) If they admitted the truth, people would think Hideki's infidelity had caused Shizuko to kill herself.
(d) If they admitted the truth, people would say that she came from a mentally unstable family.

4. Why does Yuki apologize to Shizuko in Chapter 4?
(a) Yuki poured chemicals on the irises.
(b) Yuki broke the bowl.
(c) Yuki spoke impertinently.
(d) Yuki broke a boy's arm at school.

5. In Chapter 9, what does Yuki paint after her first homemaking class?
(a) A woman putting on a wedding dress.
(b) Colorful flowers.
(c) A box full of mothballs.
(d) A damaged pan placed on a perfectly made table.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the only thing in the kitchen that has not been changed by Yuki's stepmother after she moves into the house?

2. According to Shizuko, what is the best kind of pottery?

3. When does the wake take place?

4. At the end of Chapter 9, what is Yuki's reaction to what she has done with the dead frogs?

5. Select the character below who says, "But you'll always beat me."

(see the answer key)

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