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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book Two: Page 169 through 218.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What was significant about Fujiwara's illicit relationship when he first married MM?
(a) His marriage was null and void.
(b) He was quite secretive.
(c) He was incredibly indiscreet.
(d) It resulted in a baby.

2. With what holiday did Book Two begin?
(a) Star Festival.
(b) Showa Day.
(c) Doll's Festival.
(d) New Year.

3. How many prayer offerings did MM make to the shrines?
(a) Four.
(b) Three.
(c) Two.
(d) Five.

4. What reminded MM most of Fujiwara's coldness towards her?
(a) The cold ocean.
(b) The snow.
(c) The flowerless terrain.
(d) The barren fields.

5. Who succeeded the young prince after his death?
(a) The East Prince.
(b) The West Prince.
(c) The North Prince.
(d) The South Prince.

Short Answer Questions

1. What did MM learn about Fujiwara's affair with his first wife in the early years of their marriage that caused her the most distress?

2. What was MM's destination when she planned a pilgrimage in Book Two with her son?

3. What was the fate of the governor general's wife?

4. Looking back on Fujiwara's courtship, what was significant about how MM currently felt about her eventual marriage to him?

5. How did Fujiwara describe his ongoing relationship with his first wife to MM?

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