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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Sections 9 through 16.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Crybaby, how did Kurosawa's older brother try to toughen him up in preparation face bullies?
(a) He calls him bad names.
(b) He beats him up.
(c) He forced him to eat a worm.
(d) He pushes him into a river.

2. In addition to art, what was young Akira's favorite subject?
(a) Science.
(b) Literature.
(c) Physical education.
(d) History.

3. What did Kurosawa and Uekusa Keinosuke have in common when they met?
(a) They were both form Tekeni Prefecture.
(b) They both loved film.
(c) They both took kendo lessons.
(d) They both cried all the time.

4. In Morimura Gakuen, Kusosawa argues that children should not be judged merely by what?
(a) Age.
(b) Ability.
(c) Appearance.
(d) Economic background.

5. What did Kurosawa's father insist he do if he is to take Kendo lessons?
(a) Make daily offering at a temple.
(b) Read Lao Tsu.
(c) Give up art lessons.
(d) Get straight A's at school.

Short Answer Questions

1. What was the result of Uekusa's telling the girl's father that he loved her in Murasaki and Shonagon?

2. What did Kurosawa lose in his duel with the gang of students that attack him in Murasaki and Shonagon?

3. With whom dis young Akira explore the destroyed city in A Horrifying Excursion?

4. What changed for young Akira after the event of A Long Red Brick Wall?

5. What great act of devotion did Uekusa make regarding a girl as a child?

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