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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. Where did MM primarily sleep during her pilgrimage?
(a) Diplomat's unused apartment.
(b) Temples.
(c) Friends' homes.
(d) Hotels.

2. What did MM predict to be the season of her death?
(a) Winter.
(b) Summer.
(c) Fall.
(d) Spring.

3. Why did MM's attendants burn poppy seeds?
(a) They hoped to give the illusion of a busy household.
(b) They did this as a sign of disrespect for Fujiwara.
(c) They hoped it would heal her sickness.
(d) They tried to ward out evil spirits.

4. Who took charge of the situation with the fire in MM's neighborhood?
(a) Michitsuna.
(b) The Prince.
(c) MM.
(d) Fujiwara.

5. In what place was the minister forced to accept duties?
(a) Uji.
(b) Kyusha.
(c) Kyoto.
(d) Hase.

Short Answer Questions

1. What was MM's fear after she learned of her husband's affair with his first wife?

2. How did the town treat Fujiwara's affair?

3. What natural element served to remind MM of her courtship with Fujiwara after his promotion?

4. For how long was MM ill in Book Two?

5. How did MM maintain a low profile during her stay in Uji?

(see the answer key)

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