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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How much does the Master weigh?
(a) 130 lbs.
(b) 70 lbs.
(c) 80 lbs.
(d) 120 lbs.

2. How tail is the Master?
(a) 6 feet.
(b) 4 feet.
(c) 5 feet.
(d) 3 feet.

3. Who tells a story about a visitor with a crying baby while the Master is playing a game?
(a) His sister.
(b) His wife.
(c) His friend.
(d) His brother.

4. Why does the Master play with white stones?
(a) He is of lower rank.
(b) He likes white.
(c) He is of higher rank.
(d) He is old.

5. Why does Otake apologize many times on the first day of play?
(a) He makes many mistakes.
(b) He is sweating.
(c) He is nervous.
(d) He has to go to the bathroom a lot.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Otake upset about the Master breaking?

2. What does Otake say he will do instead of changing rules?

3. Since the mood is tense, where is the Master taken to retreat in between sessions?

4. What change in the weather prompts concern for the Master's health?

5. What does the Master appear to have trouble understanding, regarding the game?

Short Essay Questions

1. What does Uragami do for the widow with care and deference after the Master's death?

2. What are the events that happen immediately after the end of the match?

3. What is the ceremonial opening for the go game like?

4. What does Uragami associate with the Master and his death?

5. What does Uragami notice in a photograph of the Master that he adds in his article?

6. How does the Master act during the game of go that is revealed in his breathing?

7. What are some concessions made for the game that seem very difficult to follow?

8. How does Uragami describe himself?

9. Why is the Master not a popular opponent?

10. Why does Uragami feel touched by seeing the Master in the outbuilding?

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