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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why do Sachiko, Yukiko, Etsuko and Taeko put on her fine clothes for the trip?

2. How many mistresses does Okubata have?

3. Why is Sachiko angry at Yukiko?

4. Why does Hashidera call Yukiko?

5. What does Sachiko think of the match between Yukiko and Sawazaki according to Book III, Chapters 7-12?

Short Essay Questions

1. What announcement does Mrs. Itani make in Chapter 27?

2. What happens with Itakura in Chapter 33 and Chapter 34?

3. What furthers the conflict between Sachiko and the main house in Chapter 23?

4. Why is there tension between the main house and the rest of the family in Chapter 8?

5. What is the fault of the family according to Teinosuke?

6. What do Sachiko and Yukiko ignore in Chapter 19?

7. Who is Mimaki?

8. What does Sawazaki say in his letter in Book III, Chapter 7?

9. Why is Sachiko alarmed in regard to Taeko in Chapter 31?

10. What revelation does Sachiko have in Chapter 23?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Examine the relationship between Etsuko and Yukiko and how this role changes throughout the course of the novel.

Essay Topic 2

Discuss the significance of Japanese tradition in the novel and how it impacts the lives of the characters.

Essay Topic 3

Discuss the significance of the setting of the novel "The Makoika Sisters".

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