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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How old is Genji when he marries the Third Princess?
(a) 30.
(b) 40.
(c) 50.
(d) 45.

2. Who sees Yugiri leaving the Second Princess's bedroom?
(a) Her mother.
(b) The healer.
(c) A palace guard.
(d) Her father.

3. Where does the Second Princess hide to escape Yugiri's advances?
(a) Her mother's room.
(b) A closet.
(c) In the commons room.
(d) The botanical gardens.

4. Who does Genji trust to be with him in his preparation for his daughter's initiation?
(a) Tamakazura.
(b) A few women.
(c) Yugiri.
(d) To no Chujo.

5. What does Kaoru give to Oigimi in Chapter 47?
(a) Love poems.
(b) A lute.
(c) An engagement ring.
(d) A love letter.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where in Japan does the bulk of the story take place?

2. Where is the Suzaku Emporer's temple located?

3. Why are Niou's visits to Nakanokimi infrequent?

4. What does Kaoru fear toward the end of the novel?

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

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