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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. How does Keiko address her father's behavior to Stephen?
(a) She blames Stephen for provoking her father.
(b) She apologizes.
(c) She blames his anger on the war.
(d) She ignores the issue.

2. How does Sachi say Tomoko died?
(a) She drowned herself.
(b) The disease killed her.
(c) She was poisoned.
(d) She took her life with a fishing knife.

3. What is a shime-nawa?
(a) A symbol for luck that is used for making a wish.
(b) A wreath symbolizing prosperity, purity, longevity, and loyalty.
(c) A book of Japanese poetry.
(d) A rope of twisted straw thought to keep away evil spirits.

4. What is Setsbun?
(a) A totem to keep away demons, cold, and pestilence.
(b) A canvas for a special Japanese painting.
(c) The first rites of spring.
(d) The name of the shrine they visit in Tama.

5. What does Stephen think might be the reason that Keiko's father hates him?
(a) Protection of his daughter.
(b) Ancient family grievances.
(c) Fear of the Chinese.
(d) His dislike of Matsu.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. Why did Sachi's father take her to shrines after her diagnosis with leprosy?

3. Who does Keiko say is in the Japanese army?

4. What two people do Stephen and his father discuss shortly before his father's departure?

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

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