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

2. How does his father's departure affect Stephen?
(a) He is determined to paint.
(b) He is sadder than ever.
(c) He is more confused than ever.
(d) He is determined to heal.

3. Why does Stephen originally buy the journal?
(a) To fulfill the requirements of one of his classes at Canton.
(b) To provide his mother with a written account of his travels.
(c) To document the effects of his illness.
(d) To celebrate and document his journey to Tarumi.

4. Why does Stephen go to Tarumi?
(a) Stephen's mother is concerned he is becoming too reclusive.
(b) His father wants him to learn about the import-export business.
(c) Stephen's sister is sick and he is sent away to avoid getting the disease.
(d) He is ill and is sent away for the cooler weather and to avoid infecting others.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What gift does Matsu give Stephen after the visit to Yamaguchi?

2. What does Stephen decide to paint?

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

4. How are Stephen and Matsu greeted on their second visit to Sachi?

5. What is Stephen's reaction to his father's visit to Tamuri in October of 1937?

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