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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why are Western-style buildings being put up in some areas of Japan?
(a) Japanese-style buildings are too unstable.
(b) They are cheap and quickly built.
(c) They don't require the use of Japanese natural resources to construct.
(d) They are regarded as stylish.

2. How does Kaname inform Misako's father about their divorce?
(a) Over the telephone.
(b) He tells him over dinner.
(c) He blurts out the news suddenly.
(d) He sends a letter.

3. What does Misako admit to Kaname when she has a breakdown in Chapter 8?
(a) That feels she is to blame for their marital problems.
(b) That she has never loved Kaname.
(c) That she wants a divorce.
(d) That she has feelings for Aso.

4. How does Takanatsu feel about Misako's situation with Aso in Chapter 7?
(a) He is saddened.
(b) He is confused.
(c) He is relieved.
(d) He is worried.

5. Why does Misako's father send O-hisa to classes?
(a) So that she will be more useful around the house.
(b) O-hisa begged him to.
(c) To make it easier for her to find someone new after he dies.
(d) Because it is common for a woman her age to take lessons.

6. What does Louise ask Kaname for before he leaves in Chapter 12?
(a) For a promise that he will return soon.
(b) For his telephone number.
(c) For a large sum of money.
(d) For him to help out Mrs. Brent.

7. Where do Kaname and his hosts sit in the theater Chapter 11?
(a) Against a wall.
(b) On a wooden bench.
(c) On floor cushions.
(d) In plush theatre seats.

8. Why is Mrs. Brent crying when Kaname sees her?
(a) Her business is failing.
(b) She is relieved to see Kaname.
(c) She has argued with her husband.
(d) Her brother has died.

9. Who is the old house Kaname visits in Chapter 12 used for?
(a) A government building.
(b) A clinic.
(c) A brothel.
(d) A library.

10. Where does Misako's father stop on his way to the puppet theater?
(a) A candy shop.
(b) A tavern.
(c) Book shops.
(d) Antique shops.

11. How did Misako deal with Kaname's neglect?
(a) She started seeing other men.
(b) She had a baby in hopes of improving her marriage.
(c) She cried at night.
(d) She did everything she could to please Kaname.

12. After meeting Aso, what change did Kaname eventually notice in Misako?
(a) She made more friends.
(b) She began to put more effort into her appearance.
(c) She started to stand up for herself.
(d) She treated Kaname more kindly.

13. What does Kaname think about Aso's honesty in Chapter 7?
(a) That is indicates he is hiding something.
(b) That it is refreshing.
(c) That it is old-fashioned.
(d) That it is a lie.

14. In Chapter 10, what time do the puppet plays end at the theater?
(a) Five o'clock in the afternoon.
(b) Nine o'clock at night.
(c) After midnight.
(d) Seven o'clock at night.

15. Why does Takanatsu refuse to mediate between Kaname and Misako any longer in Chapter 8?
(a) Takanatsu is confused about what is going on.
(b) Takanatsu thinks his involvement will make the situation worse.
(c) Takanatsu is afraid Hiroshi will get hurt.
(d) Takanatsu cannot afford to stay in Osaka any longer.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Kaname careful to stress when he tells Misako's father about their divorce?

2. What does Misako's father say Kaname did by urging her to date Aso?

3. What does Misako's father apologize to Kaname for?

4. What is the Japanese word for the sash O-hisa wears?

5. Where does Kaname travel after leaving Misako's father and O-hisa behind in Chapter 11?

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