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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 kept MM from committing suicide after her husband's rebuke about her depression in Book Two?
(a) Her religious duties.
(b) Her fears of the after life.
(c) Her pride.
(d) Her son.

2. What natural disaster hit the town after Fujiwara finally stayed a night with MM after their first falling out over his first wife?
(a) Earthquake.
(b) Tornado.
(c) Typhoon.
(d) Volcano.

3. Why did MM's attendants burn poppy seeds?
(a) They hoped to give the illusion of a busy household.
(b) They tried to ward out evil spirits.
(c) They hoped it would heal her sickness.
(d) They did this as a sign of disrespect for Fujiwara.

4. After mourning for a year, what did MM and her family purify?
(a) Clothing.
(b) Beddings.
(c) Food.
(d) Candles.

5. What was significant about the letters MM sent back to Fujiwara during their courtship?
(a) The tone was cold.
(b) The letters were loving.
(c) She dabbed it with her perfume.
(d) She enclosed a lock of her hair.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who succeeded the young prince after his death?

2. When she was looking back on her courtship with Fujiwara, what did MM admit doing when she currently saw him?

3. To what position was Fujiwara promoted upon the death of the prince?

4. Who was in charge of the administration with whom Fujiwara worked?

5. What did Fujiwara suggest that MM should do if she was dissatisfied with him as a spouse?

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