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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Sections 17 through 24.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Kendo, how does Akira Kurosawa characterize his mother in comparison to his father?
(a) Less aware.
(b) More sentimental.
(c) More practical.
(d) Less loving.

2. How does Kurosawa describe the style of institution that Kuroda Primary School is?
(a) A highly westernized school.
(b) A military-type school.
(c) A traditional Japanese school.
(d) A special needs school.

3. In The Gleam of Fireflies, what grade was young Akira graduating from?
(a) Fifth.
(b) Twelfth.
(c) First.
(d) Nineth.

4. What did Kurosawa lose in his duel with the gang of students that attack him in Murasaki and Shonagon?
(a) His school books.
(b) His bamboo rod.
(c) His bento box.
(d) His kendo outift.

5. Which of the following is not a physical reaction that Kurosawa had to being challenged in primary school?
(a) He wet himself.
(b) He fainted.
(c) He held his breath.
(d) He hyperventilated.

Short Answer Questions

1. What item that a doctor ordered Togashi to eat does Akira Kurosawa blame for her death?

2. How many family members did Akira Kurosawa lose in the events of September 1, 1923?

3. What ridiculous order did Kurosawa give his platoon as leader?

4. What love besides movies did Akira's father pass down to him?

5. In Crybaby, what honor was eventually given with the assistance of Mr. Tachikawa?

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