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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book Two: Pages 219 to 271.

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

3. To where did MM make a pilgrimage after Fujiwara's promotion?
(a) Shimane.
(b) Hase.
(c) Nara.
(d) Mie.

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

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

Short Answer Questions

1. After ten years of marriage, what did Fujiwara claim so he could avoid dealing with MM's feelings?

2. During her depression after Fujiwara's illness in Book Two, to where did MM make an enjoyable pilgrimage?

3. After MM refuses to perform an insulting favor for Fujiwara and his first wife, how long does he shun her?

4. In this book, for what does MM stand?

5. What notable holiday passed in Fujiwara's absence when he became involved with Omi?

(see the answer key)

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