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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Kiyoaki do before introducing himself to Satoko for the first time since childhood?
(a) Climbs a tree.
(b) Washes his hands.
(c) Asks Honda for advice.
(d) Vomits.

2. In "Chapter 21," what does Kiyoaki say about Satoko's offer of marriage?
(a) That he is happy for her.
(b) That he doesn't try to understand.
(c) That he has no opinion.
(d) That he is sorry.

3. When is the cherry blossom viewing?
(a) The cherry blossom viewing is in June.
(b) The cherry blossom viewing is in March.
(c) The cherry blossom viewing is in May.
(d) The cherry blossom viewing is in April.

4. In "Chapter 18," what sound starts the traditional dance?
(a) Breaking sticks.
(b) Yelling.
(c) Splashing water.
(d) Dropping stones.

5. Why does Kiyoaki's father agree to help underwrite Satoko's dowry?
(a) Because he wants to look good.
(b) Because he owes money to Satoko's father.
(c) Because he wants to upset Kiyoaki.
(d) Because of Satoko's family's help with Kiyoaki.

6. In "Chapter 22," why does Satoko's family submit a petition to the emperor?
(a) For her marriage.
(b) For a loan.
(c) For the rights to new land.
(d) For a restraining order.

7. What does Satoko say after Kiyoaki kisses her for the first time?
(a) That she is sorry.
(b) That he made a mistake.
(c) That she loves him.
(d) That she should go home.

8. In "Chapter 6," what does Kiyoaki criticize Satoko for in his letter?
(a) Her social status.
(b) Her partying.
(c) Her lack of education.
(d) Her use of riddles.

9. What does Kiyoaki tell his mother when she leaves on marriage business in "Chapter 24"?
(a) He tells her it is all a joke.
(b) He says he hopes for the worst.
(c) He wishes her luck.
(d) He doesn't say anything.

10. Who asks Kiyoaki about Satoko coming to the cherry festival?
(a) His father.
(b) A neighbor.
(c) His tutor.
(d) A Siamese prince.

11. In "Chapter 13," what reason does Kiyoaki give his mother for missing school?
(a) A headache.
(b) He forgot to go.
(c) A stomach ache.
(d) A cold.

12. Who does Iinuma confess to flirting with in "Chapter 10"?
(a) Another tutor.
(b) Satoko.
(c) Kiyoaki's cousin.
(d) A maid.

13. In "Chapter 7," what event does Honda reflect upon?
(a) A funeral.
(b) A wedding.
(c) A birthday.
(d) A ceremony.

14. How does Kiyoaki feel when Iinuma cries when saying goodbye in "Chapter 23"?
(a) Disgusted.
(b) Pleased.
(c) Sad.
(d) Confused.

15. When does Honda usually visit Kiyoaki?
(a) Sundays.
(b) Fridays.
(c) Saturdays.
(d) Mondays.

Short Answer Questions

1. What bothers Honda most about his friendship with Kiyoaki?

2. How long has Iinuma worked for Kiyoaki's family?

3. Why do the two Siamese princes do poorly in school?

4. In "Chapter 26," what shocks Tadeshina about Kiyoaki during their meeting?

5. When is the Doll Festival?

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