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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. After working for a year, how much of her geisha-service contract does Komako say she has already paid off?
(a) Half of it.
(b) Three-quarters of it.
(c) None of it.
(d) All of it.

2. Why does Komako question Shimamura's sexual advances?
(a) Because Shimamura is married.
(b) Because Shimamura doesn't know her well.
(c) Because Shimamura said he disliked her.
(d) Because Shimamura had said they should just be friends.

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

4. On Shimamura's third visit to the resort town, what food is the innkeeper's wife warming when he arrives at the inn?
(a) Rice cakes.
(b) Long cakes.
(c) Miso soup.
(d) Beef steak.

5. What does Shimamura say left him at the sight of the young geisha?
(a) His strength.
(b) His determination.
(c) His honor.
(d) His courage.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who does Shimamura hear Komako discussing her fee with?

2. In reference to the night they spent together, what does Shimamura assure Komako of?

3. What does Komako say her diary can confirm?

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

5. What is the temperature in snow country?

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