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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Kiyoaki's dream in "Chapter 11," what is his ring made out of?

2. In "Chapter 18," what sound starts the traditional dance?

3. In "Chapter 22," why does Satoko's family submit a petition to the emperor?

4. How does Kiyoaki say he feels about Satoko when he sees her as a teenager for the first time?

5. In "Chapter 13," what does Honda say westerners believe about history?

Short Essay Questions

1. What does Kiyoaki's father tell him about college?

2. In "Chapter 7," what does Honda note about Japanese tradition?

3. What happens when Honda and Kiyoaki return home in "Chapter 55"?

4. Why does Kiyoaki regret taking Satoko home after their first kiss?

5. In "Chapter 38," what does Honda think of the dead mole?

6. What does Tadeshina do after writing a letter to Kiyoaki's father?

7. In "Chapter 41," what does Tadeshina realize she can blackmail Satoko with?

8. In "Chapter 6," what does Kiyoaki write in a letter to Satoko?

9. In "Chapter 10," what agreement do Kiyoaki and Iinuma reach?

10. What does Honda see in the courthouse in "Chapter 29"?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

How does the author use traditional Japanese myths in the text? Choose a few myths to discuss, define their significance, and how they contribute to the text, giving examples of their use from the novel.

Essay Topic 2

How are gender roles and expectations reflected in this novel? Remember the Siamese twins' ring and Satoko's relationships with her family and society.

Essay Topic 3

How is selfishness a theme in this novel? What is the impact this theme has on the characters and plot development? What message is delivered about selfishness? Define theme and draw examples from the novel to support your discussion on selfishness.

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