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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 10 – The Golden Carp (August 1974).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Hanae decide to keep the persimmon teapot in the kitchen?
(a) She does not want to add to the collection of things in the attic to be saved for Yuki.
(b) She thinks it is the most beautiful work of artistry she has ever seen.
(c) She knows it holds sentimental value for Hideki.
(d) She thinks it makes the best cup of tea.

2. Why does Yuki apologize to Masa in Chapter 7?
(a) She has broken the glass window screen.
(b) She has been mean to her grandparents.
(c) She has forgotten how to pray.
(d) She has eaten all of the strawberries.

3. Why does Masa feel she is responsible for another character's fall in Chapter 7?
(a) She had turned off the light, making it difficult for him to see.
(b) She was angry at him about his diary entry, almost as though her resentment had tripped him.
(c) She had placed the bucket of strawberries right were someone could trip on it.
(d) She had shouted for him to come back inside in a hurry.

4. Where does the wedding of Hideki and his new bride take place?
(a) A ship anchored in Kobe.
(b) A hotel in Kobe.
(c) The house where Yuki grew up.
(d) A temple in Tokyo.

5. Where is Yuki in Chapter 1?
(a) A village celebration.
(b) A friend's house.
(c) Miss Uozumi's house.
(d) School.

Short Answer Questions

1. For what does Hanae blame Hideki?

2. Select the character below who says, "I'm very competitive. I can't stand losing."

3. In fourth grade, what does Shizuko say about the picture of the emperor?

4. How does Yuki feel about her father's new bride?

5. How old is Yuki in Chapter 1?

(see the answer key)

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