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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does the Reizei Emperor abdicate the throne?
(a) He is unhappy as emporer.
(b) He wishes to live a life of seclusion.
(c) He becomes ill.
(d) He falls in love with a commoner.

2. In which wing of the palace do Genji and Murasaki live?
(a) The West Wing.
(b) The Northeast Quarter.
(c) The South Wing.
(d) The Southeast Quarter.

3. Which of the Safflower Princess's relatives begs her to come and stay?
(a) Her cousin.
(b) Her grandmother.
(c) Her aunt.
(d) Her father.

4. Who does Niou send to Uji to ask about Ukifune's whereabouts?
(a) Tokikata.
(b) General Higekuro.
(c) Tamakazura.
(d) Kaoru.

5. What does Genji avoid doing at the start of the rule of the Suzaku emperor?
(a) Traveling.
(b) Spending time with his children.
(c) Seeing women he has slept with.
(d) Contacting the new emporer.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Princess Asagao turn Genji down?

2. Which woman does Kaoru pass much of the night with in Chapter 49?

3. Who is Omi?

4. What does Genji begin to realize in Chapter 37?

5. What is dumped on Higekuro's head after his wife hears news of his marriage?

(see the answer key)

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