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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 Shimamura say seems to be pulling him back to Komako from afar?
(a) The thread of fate.
(b) The forefinger of his left hand.
(c) His subconscious.
(d) His heart.

2. What does Komako make a list of?
(a) Places she likes.
(b) Books she likes.
(c) Men she likes.
(d) Animals she likes.

3. What does Komako do when Shimamura tries to touch her chest?
(a) Komako crosses her arms in front of her.
(b) Komako slaps Shimamura.
(c) Komako calls for help.
(d) Komako yells at Shimamura.

4. What does Shimamura pretend to look at during his trip to the resort town?
(a) The scenery.
(b) A poster.
(c) A newspaper.
(d) His feet.

5. What does Komako have to drink after barging into Shimamura's room for the second time?
(a) Water.
(b) Wine.
(c) Sake.
(d) Tea.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where is Shimamura headed on his journey?

2. What is the weather like outside on the night of Komako's visit to Shimamura's room?

3. What can be said of Komako's mood when she is with Shimamura in the first half of Part One of the novel?

4. In Shimamura's room at night, what does Komako claim is ailing her before stating that she must go home?

5. What does Komako intend to do with her diary before she dies?

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