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

2. What relationship does Shimamura want with Komako?
(a) An employer/employee relationship.
(b) A romantic relationship.
(c) Friendship.
(d) No relationship at all.

3. What does Shimamura hear, which he says 'rings out clearly'?
(a) A singing bird.
(b) A woman's voice.
(c) A church bell.
(d) An alarm.

4. What does Shimamura believe is the relationship between Yoko and Yukio?
(a) Employer and employee.
(b) Husband and wife.
(c) Friends.
(d) Brother and sister.

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

Short Answer Questions

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

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

3. In the spring, how long had Shimamura spent in the mountains?

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

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

(see the answer key)

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