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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part One, Pages 1 - 28.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What kind of geisha does Shimamura request?
(a) An experienced one.
(b) One who dances beautifully.
(c) One who is talented musically.
(d) A young and good-looking one.

2. Who is Yoko accompanied by?
(a) A sick man.
(b) A relative.
(c) A nurse.
(d) A child.

3. Who tells Shimamura about the unlicensed geisha, Komako?
(a) A bather at the hot springs.
(b) A geisha.
(c) A patron of a bar.
(d) A maid.

4. What country is "Snow Country" set in?
(a) Korea.
(b) Japan.
(c) China.
(d) India.

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

Short Answer Questions

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

2. What does Shimamura refer to as "free, uncontrolled fantasy"?

3. What does Shimamura believe is the relationship between Yoko and Yukio?

4. How much snow is it said could possibly accumulate when Shimamura arrives in snow country?

5. Who does Shimamura ask to hire a geisha for him?

(see the answer key)

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