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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book Three: Pages 272 through 328.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. With what did Michitsuna most struggle on their retreat?
(a) Prayers.
(b) Vegetarian diet.
(c) Silence.
(d) Obedience.

2. What was MM's destination when she planned a pilgrimage in Book Two with her son?
(a) Mitake.
(b) Hase.
(c) Kyoto.
(d) Uji.

3. What kindness did Fujiwara show for MM after the loss of her loved one after ten years of marriage?
(a) He took her on a vacation.
(b) He arranged and paid for the funeral.
(c) He allowed their son to attend the funeral.
(d) He left his first wife for her.

4. How many goose eggs did MM send to the young prince?
(a) Fifteen.
(b) Twenty.
(c) Ten.
(d) Five.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. Why was Fujiwara angry with MM after she moved in with her father?

2. What year was Tenroku?

3. How did Fujiwara treat his son during the Grand Sumo Tournament?

4. How did MM feel about her husband's abandonment before her long retreat?

5. How did MM prepare for her prayers to Buddha during Fujiwara's long absences?

(see the answer key)

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