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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 11-12.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Where did Japanese puppet plays originate?
(a) Osaka.
(b) Okinawa.
(c) Awaji.
(d) Kyoto.

2. In Chapter 10, what does Kaname think about the village?
(a) That it reminds him of his hometown.
(b) That it is more modern than some parts of Osaka.
(c) That he would like to live there.
(d) That it is like a place from another era.

3. What kind of people are said to have a popular tradition of going on pilgrimage in Chapter 7?
(a) Farmers.
(b) Stylish gentlemen.
(c) Elderly people.
(d) Widows and widowers.

4. Why do Kaname and his hosts leave the puppet plays early?
(a) The show becomes uninteresting.
(b) To prepare for the next day's pilgrimage.
(c) The theater is too hot and crowded.
(d) Misako's father begins to feel ill.

5. When news of her divorce comes out, what does Misako expect to be painted as?
(a) A criminal.
(b) A hussy.
(c) A ingrate.
(d) An abused wife.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Misako wish she didn't have to deal with in regards to the upcoming holiday?

2. Why does Kaname think Misako is in a hurry to get home after the puppet show?

3. What is the name of Kaname's dog?

4. Why does Kaname have trouble falling asleep in Chapter 9?

5. What does Misako say Takanatsu's breath smells like?

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