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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Sections 116-135.
Multiple Choice Questions
1. What color robe did Korechika wear when he came to report to His Majesty while the ladies sat discussing the painting on a sliding screen?
(a) Black.
(b) Golden yellow.
(c) Wistaria.
(d) Cherry-colored.
2. What does Shonagon say was depressing for a messenger who brought a gift to a house where a child was just born?
(a) The child had died.
(b) The messenger was ignored.
(c) No reward was given.
(d) The gift was returned unopened.
3. What color of under-robe was depressing in the Eighth Month?
(a) Red.
(b) Black.
(c) White.
(d) Blue.
4. What did the High Priestess travel in during the Return Procession from Kamo?
(a) Palanquin.
(b) Wicker-work carriage.
(c) Palm leaf carriage.
(d) Oxen cart.
5. How did Shonagon say the sky should appear on the fifth day of the Fifth Month?
(a) Foggy.
(b) Sunny.
(c) Cloudy.
(d) Brilliantly blue.
Short Answer Questions
1. Who did Shonagon say would not covet being a member of the Fifth Rank?
2. When Shonagon went to a temple for a retreat and was kneeling to pray, what did a priest bring her?
3. Where did the Empress' residence lie in relationship to Seiryo Palace?
4. In the section called "Depressing Things," what was depressing about a letter from the provinces?
5. Which of the people associated with ox carts were to be dressed well?
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