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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) A young and good-looking one.
(d) One who is talented musically.

2. What does Shimamura actually look at during his trip to the resort town?
(a) Yoko's reflection in the window.
(b) The sky.
(c) The sick man.
(d) Yoko's feet.

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

4. What does Shimamura say he often loses with himself?
(a) Confidence.
(b) Respect.
(c) Honesty.
(d) Patience.

5. What mode of transportation is Shimamura using to get to the resort town?
(a) A ship.
(b) A bicycle.
(c) An automobile.
(d) A train.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. What does Shimamura note that he didn't do while he was away from the resort town?

3. What is the name of the mountain range that surrounds the resort town?

4. What is the temperature in snow country?

5. How are Komako's skills described to Shimamura?

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