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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. How does Shimamura admit he acted toward the young geisha?
(a) Not very nicely.
(b) Inappropriately.
(c) Aggressively.
(d) Gentlemanly.

2. The day after Shimamura and Komako sleep together, where does Shimamura depart for?
(a) Osaka.
(b) Tokyo.
(c) A neighboring village.
(d) Niigata.

3. Why does Komako question Shimamura's sexual advances?
(a) Because Shimamura is married.
(b) Because Shimamura doesn't know her well.
(c) Because Shimamura said he disliked her.
(d) Because Shimamura had said they should just be friends.

4. When Shimamura comes back to the resort town for a second time, how many days does Komako say it has been since she and Shimamura were last together?
(a) Three-hundred and seven days.
(b) Ninety days.
(c) One hundred and ninety-nine days.
(d) Thirty days.

5. How does Shimamura describe Komako's cataloging?
(a) As wasted efforts.
(b) As a sensible practice.
(c) As a dull pastime.
(d) As an adorable endeavor.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Shimamura actually look at during his trip to the resort town?

2. What sport does Komako say she enjoys?

3. How does Shimamura describe the voice that he hears calling to Komako from the hallway?

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

5. Who is on the train with Shimamura when he leaves to go back to Tokyo at the end of Part One?

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