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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Spring: April 22 through May 30, 1938.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. What does Stephen decide to pray for?
(a) For his full recovery.
(b) For his mother's happiness.
(c) For his parents' marriage.
(d) For all the problems in his life.

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

4. How does Stephen describe his relationship with Matsu as they walk back to Tarumi?
(a) Improving.
(b) At a breaking point.
(c) Comfortable.
(d) Strained.

5. What does the letter say Penelope feels about donating money for the refuges?
(a) It is the responsibility of every Japanese citizen to give money.
(b) Money could build a hospital for the refugees.
(c) It's not enough to donate money.
(d) Money could feed all the refugees.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who does Stephen travel to Kobe with?

2. Why is Stephen embarrassed by his body?

3. How does Stephen respond to Keiko's addressing of her father's behavior?

4. Who is Keiko with when Stephen first sees her?

5. What does the throwing of beans represent?

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