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This test consists of 5 short answer questions and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. As Yuki recovers from her sprained ankle in Chapter 9, what does she draw in her sketchbook?

2. As Yuki lies down to bed, what is she trying to imagine?

3. In Chapter 16, what does Masa find on the window screen of the house?

4. What lesson does Yuki fail to learn from her grandfather?

5. What is Etsuko preparing in the kitchen that Yuki will be unable to eat?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

For a young person, Yuki lives with a great deal of regret. Write an essay in which you explore the impact of this particular burden on Yuki. What is Yuki's biggest regret? What does she regret more, her actions or her words? Why? Do other characters regret their actions or words? If so, how do their regrets compare to those of Yuki?

Essay Topic 2

Discuss how the author's choice to include multiple points of view changes the perceptions of the reader.

• How has including the perspectives of other characters changed the role of Yuki? Has it influenced how one views her?

• Does reading the point of view of another character allow for more understanding or sympathy? Why or why not?

• How has this narrative technique helped the story? How has it hindered it?

• Why has the author chosen these particular sections to switch the point of view, particularly in the epilogue? What are some possible reasons to do so?

Essay Topic 3

Who is the protagonist and who is the antagonist of the novel?

Part 1) Examine the novel, taking into account the multiple points of view and lasting actions of each character, and determine an answer.

Part 2) What evidence supports each choice?

Part 3) What actions do the characters take that make them suitable for these roles?

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