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

2. What do Shimamura and Komako talk about?
(a) The hot springs.
(b) The mountains.
(c) Books.
(d) The train.

3. Why is Shimamura told that there are no geishas available?
(a) The weather is to dangerous to travel in.
(b) There is a celebration in town.
(c) Shimamura doesn't have enough money.
(d) It is a holiday for the geisha.

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

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

Short Answer Questions

1. Who does Shimamura think Komako would be a good companion for?

2. What does Shimamura say seems to be pulling him back to Komako from afar?

3. What form of dance does Shimamura find interesting?

4. What mode of transportation is Shimamura using to get to the resort town?

5. Who is Shimamura told has a girl living with her that may serve him instead of a geisha?

(see the answer key)

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