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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book One: Pages 95 through 136.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What led to MM's illness around the ten year mark of her marriage?
(a) Suicide attempt.
(b) A minor epidemic.
(c) Grief over her mother's death.
(d) Food poisoning.

2. In the event of his death, for how many months did Fujiwara request MM mourn before remarrying?
(a) Twenty-four.
(b) Twelve.
(c) Six.
(d) Ten.

3. What words did MM's child begin to repeat after hearing his father say it repeatedly?
(a) "You are no good."
(b) "I am more than you need."
(c) "See you later."
(d) "I am leaving now."

4. Who was in charge of the administration with whom Fujiwara worked?
(a) The prince.
(b) His first wife's brother.
(c) The priest.
(d) MM's father.

5. How did the town treat Fujiwara's affair?
(a) They gossiped.
(b) They shunned him.
(c) They looked upon MM with disgrace.
(d) They made fun of Tokihime.

Short Answer Questions

1. What was particularly important about MM's visit to Fujiwara after his recovery?

2. What was significant about Fujiwara's illicit relationship when he first married MM?

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

4. How did MM initially learn of her husband's polygamy?

5. What did MM find hard to do when Fujiwara chose to spend his time with his other wife?

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