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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. How did MM initially learn of her husband's polygamy?
(a) His other wife approached her.
(b) She followed him.
(c) She was told by the village midwife.
(d) She had him followed.

2. What did MM find hard to do when Fujiwara chose to spend his time with his other wife?
(a) Eat.
(b) Sleep.
(c) Care for her child.
(d) Pray.

3. How did MM realize that Fujiwara was not spending much time with his first wife?
(a) Fujiwara was out of the village.
(b) Fujiwara had become ill.
(c) His first wife had other lovers.
(d) She was trying to win him back as well.

4. What did MM and Fujiwara play at the Gosechi Festival?
(a) Tennis.
(b) Backgammon.
(c) Tiles.
(d) Chess.

5. After the year of mourning, what happened that sent MM back into her depression?
(a) Her husband's abuse.
(b) Her sister's departure.
(c) Her aunt's death.
(d) Her son's anger.

Short Answer Questions

1. When Fujiwara replied to MM's letter in Book One, how did he justify his behavior?

2. What kindness did Fujiwara show for MM after the loss of her loved one after ten years of marriage?

3. Before his awkward return back to MM, how many days did Fujiwara disappear after an argument with her?

4. What distressed MM most about her ten years of marriage to Fujiwara?

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

(see the answer key)

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