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This test consists of 15 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. After he has climbed up the mountain for fun, how does Shimamura descend again?
(a) Slowly in a meandering way.
(b) Quickly, but tripping over his feet.
(c) He runs down at full speed.
(d) Marching with determination.

2. How much snow is it said could possibly accumulate when Shimamura arrives in snow country?
(a) Twelve feet or more.
(b) Twenty feet.
(c) Fifteen feet.
(d) Ten inches.

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

4. In the spring, how long had Shimamura spent in the mountains?
(a) One month.
(b) Three days.
(c) Two weeks.
(d) Seven days.

5. What does Komako have to drink after barging into Shimamura's room for the second time?
(a) Tea.
(b) Wine.
(c) Water.
(d) Sake.

6. Where does Komako live?
(a) A loft in a dilapidated house.
(b) In an apartment with a friend.
(c) In the inn.
(d) Above a tea house.

7. What does Shimamura hear, which he says 'rings out clearly'?
(a) A church bell.
(b) An alarm.
(c) A singing bird.
(d) A woman's voice.

8. What did Shimamura say one look at the young geisha did?
(a) Stops his heart.
(b) Melts his desire for a woman.
(c) Makes him feel guilty.
(d) Reminds him of his wife.

9. While spending time with Shimamura after they have discussed her diary-keeping, what does Komako seem to be feeling doubtful of?
(a) Whether her reputation is being damaged.
(b) Whether she should continue working as a geisha.
(c) Whether it is smart to be with Shimamura.
(d) Whether she should stay in the resort town.

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

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

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

13. How much snow is expected when Shimamura arrives in snow country?
(a) None.
(b) One or two feet.
(c) Seven or eight feet.
(d) Four or five inches.

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

15. What does Shimamura say he often loses with himself?
(a) Honesty.
(b) Confidence.
(c) Respect.
(d) Patience.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who does Komako says is entitled to decided when a geisha is dismissed?

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

3. How is Komako described by the old woman Shimamura meets in the latter half of Part One ?

4. What does Shimamura say left him at the sight of the young geisha?

5. How does Shimamura claim money has been sent to him?

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