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

Short Answer Questions

1. Where does Nakanokimi go to visit Niou in Chapter 48?

2. What does Niou learn about Ukifune?

3. Who tries to woo Ukifune in Chapter 53?

4. Which instrument does the Akashi lady play?

5. Where does the Second Princess join Lady Ichijo during an expedition?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

The author continues to write even after Genji's death takes place. Up until his death, the novel has centered upon Genji's character. Why do you believe that the novel continues afterward? What could this possibly suggest?

Essay Topic 2

Genji was very lucky with women as was Niou. Kaoru and Yugiri were not so lucky with women. Given these facts what is the novel suggesting what women want in a man? Do you believe Genji and Niou are much better men than Kaoru and Yugiri? Why or why not?

Essay Topic 3

At one point in the novel Genji becomes ill with grief, then malaria. What could these sickness symbolize in Genji's character? Why might the author have chosen to use illness as symbolism?

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