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

2. From whom did the courier in the market town bear a message?
(a) The Prince.
(b) Lady Joganden.
(c) Tokihime.
(d) Fujiwra.

3. Why did MM move into her father's house?
(a) Her fear of being alone.
(b) Her reputation.
(c) Her ill health.
(d) Her lack of money.

4. For how long was MM ill in Book Two?
(a) Years.
(b) Weeks.
(c) Days.
(d) Months.

5. After the incident with the minister, for what did Fujiwara prepare?
(a) A long fast.
(b) Religious observances.
(c) Exile.
(d) A third marriage.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who took charge of the situation with the fire in MM's neighborhood?

2. What was significant about the letters MM sent back to Fujiwara during their courtship?

3. What cruel practice does Fujiwara make with his first wife that hurts MM more than anything in the early days of his relationship with both of them?

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

5. Looking back on Fujiwara's courtship, what was significant about how MM currently felt about her eventual marriage to him?

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