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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part Two, Pages 89 - 108.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who does Shimamura hear Komako discussing her fee with?
(a) A maid.
(b) Yoko.
(c) The innkeeper.
(d) Another geisha.

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

3. What is Shimamura's first impression of Komako?
(a) Of beauty.
(b) Of cleanliness.
(c) Of ignorance.
(d) Of confidence.

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

5. The day after Shimamura and Komako sleep together, where does Shimamura depart for?
(a) Niigata.
(b) Tokyo.
(c) Osaka.
(d) A neighboring village.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who does Shimamura notice Komako doesn't mention when she talks about Yukio?

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

3. How long does Komako say it has been since Shimamura last visited the resort town when he returns at the beginning of Part Two?

4. What creature(s) does Shimamura's wife refer to in her warning about the season?

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

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