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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. What does Matsu reveal about his younger sister while he is in Yamaguchi with Stephen?
(a) She died of tuberculosis.
(b) She died giving birth to a son.
(c) She was taken by leprosy.
(d) She was a healer.

2. What does Stephen expect to be his only solace in Tarumi?
(a) Swimming in the ocean.
(b) Painting.
(c) Writing in his journal.
(d) Creating a garden.

3. Why doesn't Sachi hide at Matsu's house?
(a) She doesn't hear anyone enter.
(b) She is tired of hiding.
(c) She thinks Stephen is entering.
(d) She is angry.

4. What does Stephen receive from his mother in November?
(a) A letter.
(b) A package.
(c) A visit.
(d) A telegram.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. Why is Stephen embarrassed by his body?

2. Who is Tomoko?

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

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

5. What important event occurs at the beginning of Stephen's November journal that leaves him feeling lost?

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