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

2. What does Stephen notice a lack of in Tarumi?
(a) Food.
(b) Young men.
(c) Children.
(d) Young women.

3. Who is Keiko with when Stephen first sees her?
(a) Her sister.
(b) Her father.
(c) No one.
(d) An unidentified woman.

4. Why does Matsu say Sachi moved to her mountain home?
(a) To protect her family from the disease.
(b) To be close to the man she loved.
(c) To save her family from more dishonor.
(d) To care for the ill villagers.

5. What news is received that dampens the spirits of Stephen, Matsu, and their visitor?
(a) A child from the village has drowned.
(b) The Japanese Army is advancing.
(c) The Japanese have taken over a key city.
(d) The storm has devastated the village.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is there when Stephen regains consciousness after being hit by the wave?

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

3. What does Stephen decide to paint?

4. Where does Stephen first see a kare sansui?

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

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