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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part One, Pages 38 - 65.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Komako refuse to close one day when she is staying at the inn with Shimamura?
(a) A book.
(b) A door.
(c) A window.
(d) A cabinet.

2. How is Komako described by the old woman Shimamura meets in the latter half of Part One ?
(a) As popular with men.
(b) As the best musician around.
(c) As a dangerous woman.
(d) As a wonderful dancer.

3. What did Shimamura say one look at the young geisha did?
(a) Reminds him of his wife.
(b) Melts his desire for a woman.
(c) Stops his heart.
(d) Makes him feel guilty.

4. In the spring, how long had Shimamura spent in the mountains?
(a) Three days.
(b) Seven days.
(c) One month.
(d) Two weeks.

5. What can the old woman that Shimamura meets in the latter half of Part One of the book tell about him from his physique?
(a) That he works hard.
(b) That he has a weak back.
(c) That he is a father.
(d) That he does not drink.

Short Answer Questions

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

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

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

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

5. While spending time with Shimamura after they have discussed her diary-keeping, what does Komako seem to be feeling doubtful of?

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