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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Autumn: November through December 2, 1937.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. Why is Stephen embarrassed by his body?
(a) He is pale.
(b) He feels it is very weak.
(c) He has pock marks from his illness.
(d) He has lost a great deal of weight.

3. How are Stephen and Matsu greeted on their second visit to Sachi?
(a) They are not greeted. Sachi is not home.
(b) With tea.
(c) By a stray dog.
(d) With a small meal.

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

5. Why does Miko have to do the laundry?
(a) She lost a bet with Keiko.
(b) She offered to do it so Keiko could meet Stephen.
(c) She is being punished.
(d) She traded chores with Keiko.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why doesn't Sachi hide at Matsu's house?

2. Who says, "You really are a monster"?

3. What does Stephen notice a lack of in Tarumi?

4. What best describes Kenzo and Matsu in their youth?

5. Who does Stephen meet in Yamaguchi?

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