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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. Why does the Baron Shinkawa arrive early to the cherry festival?

2. At the celebration in "Chapter 10," what does Satoko tell Kiyoaki about?

3. What does Satoko say after Kiyoaki kisses her for the first time?

4. Who announces Satoko's arrival at the cherry festival?

5. What does Satoko wear to the cherry festival?

Short Essay Questions

1. In "Chapter 9," why does Kiyoaki give Iinuma a key to his father's library?

2. Why does Honda think of a photograph from the Russo-Japanese war in "Chapter 28"?

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

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

5. In "Chapter 21," how does Kiyoaki share his feelings about Satoko's engagement with his family?

6. What is the relationship between chance and will that Honda talks about?

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

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

9. In "Chapter 4," what parable does Honda relay to Kiyoaki?

10. What does Kiyoaki's father do when he learns of Kiyoaki's affair with Satoko?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Consider the role of religion in this novel. Keep in mind the different religions represented in Japan at the time of this novel. Discuss different religions introduced in the novel and consider the impact on the characters. Give examples from the book to support your conclusions.

Essay Topic 2

Compare and contrast Tadeshina and Iinuma. Consider their relationships with Kiyoaki and Satoko, as well as how they feel about their social status.

Essay Topic 3

What is the class system in place in "Spring Snow"? How does this system affect the characters, the plot and the major themes of this novel? What does the author have to say about the class system?

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