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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part Two, Pages 139 - 172.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Komako tell Shimamura had worried her for a time?
(a) That she would have to leave the resort town.
(b) That she was pregnant.
(c) That she was losing her mind.
(d) That her mother hated her.

2. What does Komako do for a living?
(a) Komako is a weaver.
(b) Komako is a writer.
(c) Komako is a teacher.
(d) Komako is a geisha.

3. What answer does Komako give to Shimamura's questions about her engagement?
(a) Komako is not engaged.
(b) Komako might be forced get married.
(c) Komako hopes to get married someday.
(d) Komako is engaged.

4. What reason does Komako give Shimamura for staying away from the burning building?
(a) Komako doesn't want Shimamura to get hurt.
(b) People will suspect Shimamura of starting the fire.
(c) The locals will find his presence an intrusion.
(d) Komako doesn't want him to stay out in the cold air.

5. What does Yoko tell Shimamura she feels about Komako?
(a) That she respects Komako.
(b) That she distrusts Komako.
(c) That she does not like Komako.
(d) That she thinks Komako is funny.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Komako practice music?

2. Who does Shimamura think Komako would be a good companion for?

3. What condition is Komako in when she visits Shimamura's room?

4. What does Komako think of Shimamura's trip out of town?

5. What does Shimamura actually look at during his trip to the resort town?

(see the answer key)

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