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

Short Answer Questions

1. What scares Niou off when he visits the Uji palace?

2. What is Ukifune's first impression of Niou.?

3. Where was Kaoru traveling when he hears of Ukifune's whereabouts?

4. Who is the daughter of Lady Ichijo?

5. What is the Suzako Emporer intent on doing that lends him the reason to send the Third Princess away?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

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 2

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 3

What do you believe is the the importance of the role of women in the novel? Does the fact that the author is a woman influence the role of women in this book at all? Support your answer with evidence from the novel.

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