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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. How does Shimamura feel as he descends the mountain?
(a) He is stressed.
(b) He is out of control.
(c) He is worried.
(d) He is happy.

2. Who tells Shimamura about the unlicensed geisha, Komako?
(a) A geisha.
(b) A bather at the hot springs.
(c) A maid.
(d) A patron of a bar.

3. What can be said of Komako's mood when she is with Shimamura in the first half of Part One of the novel?
(a) Komako is depressed.
(b) Komako is happy.
(c) Komako hides her moods.
(d) Komako has mood swings.

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

5. What does Yukio's mother do for a living?
(a) Yukio's mother is a music teacher.
(b) Yukio's mother is a doctor.
(c) Yukio's mother is a farmer.
(d) Yukio's mother is a fisherman.

Short Answer Questions

1. What relationship does Shimamura want with Komako?

2. What does Shimamura suddenly find himself enchanted by as he leaves to collect his money?

3. Who does Shimamura ask to hire a geisha for him?

4. After visiting Komako's room, who does Shimamura meet on his way home?

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

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