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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Winter: December 5 through December 25, 1937.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why do Stephen and Matsu initially go to Yamaguchi?
(a) To deliver items from the garden.
(b) To get Stephen some fresh air.
(c) To visit a friend of Matsu's.
(d) To deliver a message.

2. When does Stephen's father leave Tamuri after his second visit to see Stephen?
(a) During dinner.
(b) While Stephen and Matsu leave for Tama.
(c) In the middle of their argument.
(d) Early in the morning before Stephen is awake.

3. Who is there when Stephen regains consciousness after being hit by the wave?
(a) His father.
(b) Sachi.
(c) Kenzo.
(d) Keiko.

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

5. Where does Stephen's father spend most of his time?
(a) Japan.
(b) Beach house in Tarumi.
(c) Canton.
(d) China.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why is Stephen embarrassed by his body?

2. Why does Stephen go to Tarumi?

3. What does Stephen expect to be his only solace in Tarumi?

4. Where does Stephen first see a kare sansui?

5. Why does Sachi often rearrange the stones in her garden?

(see the answer key)

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