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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. Who is Genji's go-between for he and the Safflower Princess?

3. Who is Kobai?

4. Where does the Rokujo lady feel the need to travel to during Chapter 10?

5. How long does the debate last regarding Genji and To no Chujo's competition?

Short Essay Questions

1. What really happened to Ukifune?

2. Why is Tamakazura reduced to tears at the sight of Kaoru?

3. What does Niou learn about Ukifune that leads him to be distraught? Explain.

4. Explain why Genji entertains the idea of moving to the Suma coast and also explain the factors that may be holding him back.

5. Who is Utsusemi and how does Genji first come into contact with her?

6. Who does Genji see when he visits the sage in the mountain? What is his reaction?

7. It is discovered that Yugiri has never laid eyes upon Murasaki, the woman who acts as his mother. Why does Genji wish to keep her hidden?

8. How does Oigimi hurt Kaoru?

9. Explain Genji's death.

10. Why is Kashiwagi jealous of the marriage between Genji and the Third Princess?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Compare and contrast the characterization of Murasaki and Ukifune.

Essay Topic 2

Ukifune successfully escapes the advances made by Kaoru. While other women in the novel were not able to escape the clutches of men. Why is Ukifune's escape significant? Do you find that it is significant? What might her escape suggest?

Essay Topic 3

Can you see a parallel between Niou and Kaoru with Genji and To no Chujo? Explain.

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