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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. Why was Michitsuna given an official rank in court?
(a) Michitsuna pleased the prince with his archery skills.
(b) Michitsuna became engaged to a noblewoman.
(c) Fujiwara passed down his duties to Michitsuna.
(d) Fujiwara was promoted to major captain.

2. MM's son was very proficient in both archery and _____.
(a) Performance.
(b) Art.
(c) Dance.
(d) Sword fighting.

3. What vocation did MM start to consider on her retreat?
(a) Nun.
(b) Attendant.
(c) Poet.
(d) Nurse.

4. What excuse did MM give to Fujiwara about how she could not see him on her retreat?
(a) Heartbreak.
(b) Vow to her son.
(c) Illness.
(d) Ritual seclusion.

5. What did Fujiwara enjoy sending MM in the early days of their courtship?
(a) Poetry.
(b) Letters.
(c) Flowers.
(d) Sake.

Short Answer Questions

1. What reminded MM most of Fujiwara's coldness towards her?

2. What was the market town MM visited on her pilgrimage?

3. To where did MM make a pilgrimage after Fujiwara's promotion?

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

5. With what or whom was MM concerned when she came home, much to Fujiwara's annoyance?

(see the answer key)

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