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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 is Kikuyu?
(a) Komako's sister.
(b) A geisha who has left town.
(c) Shimamura's wife.
(d) The music teacher.

2. Who does Shimamura think Komako would be a good companion for?
(a) He himself.
(b) His wife.
(c) His mother.
(d) His daughter.

3. Who is Shimamura told has a girl living with her that may serve him instead of a geisha?
(a) The Innkeeper.
(b) The town music teacher.
(c) A local shopkeeper.
(d) The town mayor.

4. What does Komako say is the only accomplishment she has had since last seeing Shimamura?
(a) Quitting drinking.
(b) Quitting smoking.
(c) Earning her geisha licence.
(d) Writing a story.

5. What does Shimamura wonder about when he's on the train?
(a) Whether the weather will stay clear.
(b) Whether Yukio is dead.
(c) Whether the train will reach Tokyo on time
(d) Whether Yoko loves Yukio.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Yoko tell Shimamura she feels about Komako?

2. On Shimamura's third visit to the resort town, what food is the innkeeper's wife warming when he arrives at the inn?

3. What does Shimamura suppose Yoko thinks of Komako?

4. Who is Komako engaged to, according to the old woman?

5. On their first full day together, what does Shimamura suggest Komako practice?

(see the answer key)

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