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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 53.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. With whom does Genji sit on the royal outing?
(a) Murasaki.
(b) Kimoinokari.
(c) Nakanokimi.
(d) Tamakazura.

2. Where does Nakanokimi hide Ukifune in Chapter 50?
(a) A palace in Sanjo.
(b) Niou's house.
(c) A cottage in Sanjo.
(d) With Chujounokimi.

3. Who does Niou attempt to find after Nakanokimi receives her letter?
(a) Oigimi.
(b) Kaoru.
(c) Chujounokimi.
(d) Ukifune.

4. Which attendant stays faithful to the Safflower princess?
(a) Ono.
(b) Lady Akashi.
(c) Yugao.
(d) Jiju.

5. What did Genji originally believe was the most desirable thing about the Rokujo Lady?
(a) Her age.
(b) Her fascination with him.
(c) Her beauty.
(d) Her ability to push him away.

Short Answer Questions

1. What ceremony is Kaoru preparing for in Chapter 47?

2. Which instrument does Genji play?

3. Which man matches Genji in skill and charm?

4. How many years have passed at the time when Genji's death is discovered by the reader?

5. To whom does Kaoru pray while in the temple during his pilgrimage?

(see the answer key)

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