1. In Shimamura's room at night, what does Komako claim is ailing her before stating that she must go home?
(a) A fever.
(b) Dizziness.
(c) A stomach ache.
(d) A headache.

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

3. After they sleep together, what does Komako believe Shimamura is laughing at?
(a) His wife.
(b) The radio.
(c) Himself.
(d) Komako.

4. Where is Shimamura headed on his journey?
(a) A fishing village.
(b) A resort town.
(c) A military base.
(d) His home town.

5. What does Komako find strange that Shimamura hadn't mentioned?
(a) That Shimamura is married.
(b) That Shimamura will be leaving for Tokyo.
(c) That Shimamura had seen her at the train station.
(d) That Shimamura is interested in Yoko.

Short Answer Questions

1. When Shimamura comes back to the resort town for a second time, how many days does Komako say it has been since she and Shimamura were last together?

2. Where does Komako live?

3. What does Komako write in her diary?

4. When he feels cold, what does Shimamura decide to do?

5. What has Komako cataloged since she was a teenager?

(see the answer key)

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