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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. At the beginning of the novel, what kind of show are Kaname and Misako thinking about going to?
(a) A fireworks show.
(b) A musical recital.
(c) A puppet show.
(d) A kabuki play.

2. How does Kaname react to the puppet shows?
(a) He is bored by them.
(b) He is embarassed by them.
(c) He is offended by them.
(d) He is riveted by them.

3. What decade does "Some Prefer Nettles" take place in?
(a) 1930s.
(b) 1940s.
(c) 1950s.
(d) 1960s.

4. In Chapter 1, on what grounds does Misako say she will attend the show?
(a) If they go to dinner afterward.
(b) If she can find a babysitter.
(c) If Kaname does.
(d) If the weather improves.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. In Chapter 5, what does Kaname say he encouraged Misako to do?

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

3. Where does Aso live?

4. What did Kaname's father do for a living?

5. What does Kaname think Misako would rather do than attend the show in Chapter 1?

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