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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Section 2: Chapter I, "Best Friends" Pages 26-45.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Nagare ask Gohtaro if something is wrong with his coffee?
(a) He is trying to eavesdrop on Gohtaro and Shuichi's conversation.
(b) He misunderstands Gohtaro's upset expression.
(c) He is reminding Gohtaro of the passing time.
(d) He disapproves of the commotion Gohtaro and Shuichi are causing.

2. What does the expression "in a pickle" mean (32)?
(a) In a tricky situation.
(b) Unable to make a move.
(c) In a sour mood.
(d) Unable to understand.

3. What does Gohtaro do for a living?
(a) He is a web developer.
(b) He is an interpreter.
(c) He runs a restaurant.
(d) He is a farmer.

4. What conclusion does Shuichi draw from the way Gohtaro handles the camera?
(a) Shuichi sees that Gohtaro has not changed at all in 22 years.
(b) Shuichi realizes that Gohtaro has bought the camera just for this occasion.
(c) Shuichi worries that Gohtaro will not actually be able to make the camera work.
(d) Shuichi decides that Gohtaro is lying to him about his intentions.

5. What did Gohtaro and his friend notice about the young man who ran the cash register at the café?
(a) His rough hands.
(b) His smile.
(c) His height.
(d) His eye color.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Kazu refuse to allow Kyoko to pay for?

2. Which best describes Shuichi's reaction when he returns from the restroom and sees the much-older Gohtaro?

3. Whom does the narrative compare to "a sentry guarding a castle" (28)?

4. What are the repetitions of the isolated, bolded words "clang-dong" meant to signify?

5. What is Kazu's relationship to Miki's father?

(see the answer key)

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