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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Winter: December 5 through December 25, 1937.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When does Stephen's father leave Tamuri after his second visit to see Stephen?
(a) During dinner.
(b) Early in the morning before Stephen is awake.
(c) In the middle of their argument.
(d) While Stephen and Matsu leave for Tama.

2. What does Stephen decide to paint?
(a) His family.
(b) Matsu's garden.
(c) Sachi without her sores.
(d) Keiko at the beach.

3. What best describes Matsu's house?
(a) A collection of ancient treasures.
(b) Cozy and welcoming.
(c) Small and uncluttered.
(d) A jumbled array of memories.

4. What does Stephen decide to pray for?
(a) For all the problems in his life.
(b) For his full recovery.
(c) For his parents' marriage.
(d) For his mother's happiness.

5. What is Stephen's reaction to his father's visit to Tamuri in October of 1937?
(a) Annoyed at the intrusion.
(b) Unphased.
(c) Suspicious.
(d) Surprised, but elated.

Short Answer Questions

1. What explanation is given for the names of the children in Stephen's family?

2. What does Stephen learn about his father at the beach?

3. What item is found in Matsu's garden?

4. Who does Stephen meet in Yamaguchi?

5. What does Stephen learn during his father's second visit, which occurs in December of 1937?

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