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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Autumn: October 1937.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is Stephen's first impression of the person who meets him at the station?
(a) That he enjoys solitude.
(b) That he yearns for company.
(c) That he is an angry man.
(d) That he has a secret.

2. How does Stephen first feel when seeing the condition of afflicted villagers?
(a) He regrets his decision to come.
(b) Sad, but hopeful.
(c) More curious than afraid.
(d) Disgusted and guilty for his reaction.

3. Why doesn't Stephen's father accompany him to Tarumi?
(a) He has contracted tuberculosis.
(b) He must fight with the army.
(c) The illness of Stephen's mother requires him to return home.
(d) The war has become as issue for his business.

4. Where does Stephen first see a kare sansui?
(a) At Keiko's house.
(b) At Sachi's house.
(c) At the house by the beach.
(d) In Matsu's garden.

5. What item is found in Matsu's garden?
(a) A colorful array of vegetables.
(b) A cherry tree.
(c) A fish pond.
(d) An aromatic purple flower.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Matsu reveal about his younger sister while he is in Yamaguchi with Stephen?

2. How does his father's departure affect Stephen?

3. Who accompanies Stephen home from Canton?

4. Why does Stephen call the person he meets in Yamaguchi a kindred spirit?

5. How does Stephen describe the houses in the village of Yamaguchi?

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