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

2. Why does Stephen go to Tarumi?
(a) His father wants him to learn about the import-export business.
(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) He is ill and is sent away for the cooler weather and to avoid infecting others.

3. How does Stephen feel about his father leaving Tamuri in October of 1937?
(a) Sad.
(b) Angry.
(c) Melancholy.
(d) Relieved.

4. How does his father's departure affect Stephen?
(a) He is determined to heal.
(b) He is more confused than ever.
(c) He is determined to paint.
(d) He is sadder than ever.

5. How do Stephen and Sachi acknowledge each other outside the temple after Kenzo's funeral?
(a) They look in each other's eyes.
(b) They speak in whispers.
(c) They bow to each other.
(d) They don't acknowledge each other.

Short Answer Questions

1. What story does Sachi's caregiver in Yamaguchi tell her?

2. What are described as the symptoms of the illness which affects Stephen's family?

3. What are Stephen's feelings surrounding Penelope's war efforts?

4. How do Kenzo and Matsu make amends?

5. What does Stephen learn during his father's second visit, which occurs in December of 1937?

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