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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book One: Page 137 through 168.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. What river did MM cross to reach the object of her pilgrimage?
(a) Teshio.
(b) Yubari.
(c) Mu.
(d) Izumi.

3. What ceremony did the Prince celebrate with Fujiwara and MM?
(a) Hinamatsuri.
(b) Genpuku.
(c) Obon.
(d) Chanoyu.

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

5. What did Fujiwara suggest that MM should do if she was dissatisfied with him as a spouse?
(a) Find another husband.
(b) Become a nun.
(c) Leave the village.
(d) Become a better wife.

Short Answer Questions

1. What action did the Prince take that confused and unsettled MM when Fujiwara went to see his first wife?

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

3. What did MM find lacking on the trail out of the market town?

4. Who kept MM awake one night during her pilgrimage?

5. To whom did MM attempt to object about Fujiwara's unwanted courtship?

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