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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 25 | Chapter 26.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who does Genji admire during his stay in the mountains?
(a) Murasaki.
(b) The Akashi lady.
(c) Fujitsubo.
(d) Utsusemi.

2. Why is Genji forlorn in Chapter 6?
(a) He has lost a competition with To no Chujo.
(b) Due to the death of Yugao.
(c) He has developed a crush on his cousin.
(d) Due to the death of his mother.

3. From whose point of view is Chapter 15 written?
(a) Genji.
(b) The Safflower Princess.
(c) Murasaki.
(d) Omnicsient.

4. Fujitsubo is ashamed of Genji's presence because:
(a) She is having impure thoughts.
(b) He is dressed very poorly.
(c) She is pregnant with his child.
(d) She is secretly in love with him.

5. What is believed to be the cause of the situation in Genji's homeland since he has left home in Chapter 13?
(a) Moon and star formations.
(b) The alignment of the planets.
(c) The weather.
(d) Genji's exile.

Short Answer Questions

1. With whom does Genji decide to travel home after living in exile?

2. What does To no Chujo find frustrating about Kumoinokari?

3. After falling out of favor with the court where does Genji decide to go?

4. Which lady does Genji begin spending time with in Chapter 11?

5. What does Genji send to the Safflower Princess after his visit in Chapter 23?

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