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

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Tadeshina say she hoped to die in "Chapter 40"?

2. What does Kiyoaki say leaves with the two Siamese princes?

3. Who recommends sending the police chief to rescue Satoko from Gesshu Monastery?

4. In "Chapter 27," what does Satoko do when Kiyoaki tries to kiss her the first time?

5. In "Chapter 33," how do Kiyoaki, Honda and the princes entertain themselves?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Analyze western influences on Japanese traditions in this novel. What happens when the two cultures meet? How does this relate to the theme of change? How do the relationships between east and west affect the characters and the plot of this novel? Give examples from the novel to support your statements.

Essay Topic 2

Analyze "Spring Snow" as a love story. How does it fit the genre? How does it not?

Essay Topic 3

What role does Honda play in the novel? Is he simply meant to highlight aspects of Kiyoaki's character, or something else?

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