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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through The Scar, In the Rain, and The Cluster of Mosquitoes.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Chapter 5, what flowers are on Kikuko's obi and cloak?
(a) Roses.
(b) Chrysanthemums.
(c) Lilies.
(d) Poppies.

2. What beverage does Kikuko serve Shingo mornings and evenings?
(a) Plum wine.
(b) Tea.
(c) Coffee.
(d) Rice wine.

3. Who wrote the haiku that comes to Shingo's mind in Chapter 12, Section 4?
(a) Basho.
(b) Shiki.
(c) Buson.
(d) Issa.

4. How old is the young girl who talks to Shingo about flowers blooming near her house?
(a) 12 or 13.
(b) 11 or 12.
(c) 10 or 11.
(d) 9 or 10.

5. Where does Shingo think he might take a vacation in the summer?
(a) Hachimori.
(b) Takayama.
(c) Nomugi.
(d) Kamikochi.

Short Answer Questions

1. What do tourists pay to ring the bell for the anniversary celebration?

2. What is the name of the spa where Aihara attempted to commit suicide?

3. What city did Aihara list as his residence when he checked into the inn where he attempted suicide?

4. How old are the lotus seeds that a lotus doctor manages to get to blossom?

5. On what day is there a typhoon?

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