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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part One, Pages 65 - 87.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is the weather like outside the night before Shimamura is to return to Tokyo?
(a) It is snowing outside.
(b) It is very cold outside.
(c) It is raining outside.
(d) It is quite warm outside.

2. Where is Shimamura headed on his journey?
(a) A resort town.
(b) His home town.
(c) A military base.
(d) A fishing village.

3. What does Komako find strange that Shimamura hadn't mentioned?
(a) That Shimamura is interested in Yoko.
(b) That Shimamura will be leaving for Tokyo.
(c) That Shimamura is married.
(d) That Shimamura had seen her at the train station.

4. While spending time with Shimamura after they have discussed her diary-keeping, what does Komako seem to be feeling doubtful of?
(a) Whether she should continue working as a geisha.
(b) Whether it is smart to be with Shimamura.
(c) Whether her reputation is being damaged.
(d) Whether she should stay in the resort town.

5. In Part One, what does Shimamura discover one morning when he awakes?
(a) Komako is still in his room.
(b) His belongings have been stolen.
(c) A bird is in his room.
(d) He has missed the train to Tokyo.

Short Answer Questions

1. In reference to the night they spent together, what does Shimamura assure Komako of?

2. When Komako visits Shimamura's room, what does he try to persuade Komako to do?

3. What is Shimamura's first impression of Komako?

4. Who does Shimamura think Komako would be a good companion for?

5. What is the temperature in snow country?

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