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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part Two, Pages 108 - 139.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who thought it was a good idea for Yukio and Komako to marry?
(a) Yukio's mother.
(b) Yukio himself.
(c) Komako herself.
(d) Komako's mother.

2. Where does Komako tell Yoko she had considered going when they met early in this section?
(a) To the cemetary.
(b) To the hairdresser.
(c) To the hot springs.
(d) To the doctor.

3. What is Komako told about Yukio at the train station?
(a) That he is asking to see her.
(b) That he has recovered from his illness.
(c) That Yukio is dying.
(d) That he is marrying Yoko.

4. What does Shimamura ask Komako about Yoko, which makes her angry?
(a) Whether Yoko loved Yukio.
(b) Whether Komako treats Yoko nicely.
(c) Whether Yoko is single.
(d) Whether Yoko lives alone.

5. How does Komako practice music?
(a) With another geisha.
(b) By listening to recordings.
(c) With a tutor.
(d) From scores.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Komako bite her arm?

2. Why does the music teacher not teach Komako music?

3. What does Komako say of her work ethic to Shimamura?

4. After they sleep together, what does Komako believe Shimamura is laughing at?

5. While in his room, whose voice does Shimamura hear calling to Komako from the hallway?

(see the answer key)

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