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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 13 – Silent Spring (March 1975).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. On her last visit to Sachiko's house, what tree is in flower?
(a) A cherry tree.
(b) A chestnut tree.
(c) A lilac tree.
(d) A pomegranate tree.

2. In Chapter 12, how does Yuki use the time given to her for a speech about Monet's painting?
(a) She explains why the green parasol is beautiful.
(b) She is silent and does nothing but smile.
(c) She says that the painting is a metaphor for death.
(d) She tells the class about why her mother liked the painting.

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

4. What does Sachiko invite Yuki to do at the track meet?
(a) Meet in a park and run together.
(b) Go shopping at the mall.
(c) Go watch a movie.
(d) Plant azaleas.

5. Who writes Yuki a letter in Chapter 4?
(a) Hideki.
(b) Miss Uozumi.
(c) Shizuko.
(d) Aya.

Short Answer Questions

1. In what month does Chapter 6, Sundays, begin?

2. At the end of Chapter 15, why does Yuki ask Isamu to meet her in the park?

3. At the end of Chapter 10, what does Yuki believe Shizuko would have wished for if given the chance?

4. In the beginning of Chapter 13, what reason does Hanae give Hideki for throwing out Shizuko's old things?

5. How does it make Hanae feel when she receives compliments from others about Yuki?

(see the answer key)

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