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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Winter: January and February 1938.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who says, "A Japanese woman would never do such a thing," and to whom is that person referring?
(a) Stephen referring to Yoshiko.
(b) Kenzo referring to Stephen's mother.
(c) Kenzo referring to Yoshiko.
(d) Stephen referring to his mother.

2. What is the name of the object Stephen gives Matsu for luck?
(a) A shime-nawa,
(b) A kado-matsu.
(c) A daruma doll.
(d) A tama shrine.

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

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

5. 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.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where is Kenzo's body found?

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

3. What explanation is given for the names of the children in Stephen's family?

4. Who does Stephen travel to Kobe with?

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

(see the answer key)

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