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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 8.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Chapter 6, what does Hiroshi imagine Takanatsu telling him on the train?
(a) That Hiroshi can never return home.
(b) That Hiroshi is to blame for his parents' troubles.
(c) That Hiroshi's father is dying.
(d) That Hiroshi's mother has moved away.

2. What book is Kaname reading in Chapter 6?
(a) An anatomy book.
(b) The Jungle Book.
(c) Tarzan.
(d) The Arabian Nights.

3. What is the name of the dog Takanatsu brings for Hiroshi?
(a) Lindy.
(b) Dorie.
(c) Pepper.
(d) Ollie.

4. Why was Takanatsu originally told about Kaname and Misako's marital problems?
(a) Kaname wanted Takanatsu to chide Misako.
(b) He asked if something was wrong.
(c) So he could help mediate.
(d) Misako desperately needed someone to talk to.

5. Why is Misako happy Takanatsu is taking Hiroshi away for a few days?
(a) She can find out how well she can cope without Hiroshi.
(b) She wants Hiroshi to experience life in Tokyo.
(c) Hiroshi hasn't had much fun lately.
(d) She wants a few days of quiet.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Takanatsu say about the different types of women in Chapter 5?

2. How does Misako describe herself when she is with Aso?

3. How is Misako and Kaname's relationship affected when Takanatsu is around?

4. To what does Kaname compare the portrayal of women in Japanese theater?

5. What breed of dog does Takanatsu bring for Hiroshi?

(see the answer key)

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