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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What are the dresses made from that Kikuko brings Fusako from Tokyo?
(a) Polyester.
(b) Cotton.
(c) Rayon.
(d) Silk.

2. In Chapter 15, what color are the leaves of the cherry tree that are falling prematurely?
(a) Green.
(b) Red.
(c) Yellowish.
(d) Brownish.

3. How old was the grandfather who strangled his grandson?
(a) 57.
(b) 64.
(c) 61.
(d) 59.

4. Where does Kikuko agree to meet Shingo when she leaves her family's home?
(a) Tsukiyama Gardens.
(b) Chaniwa Garden.
(c) Shinjuku Garden.
(d) Karesansui Gardens.

5. How late is the shop open where Eiko works?
(a) 6:30.
(b) 8:30.
(c) 5:30.
(d) 7:30.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where did a scientist from Tohoku University find lotus seeds?

2. Where did the president of a boat and yacht company live with his wife?

3. In Chapter 15, Section 4, what color flowers does Shingo see outside the train window?

4. What day of the week is it at the beginning of Chapter 15, Section 3?

5. How old was a woman who disappeared with her husband?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why does Shingo take his shoe off his right foot on the train?

2. How did Kikuko get money for an abortion?

3. What did Shuichi do when he learned that Kinu was pregnant?

4. Who does Shingo follow when he gets to the garden where he is to meet Kikuko?

5. What presents does Kikuko bring back from Tokyo?

6. How did Teru act last winter when Kikuko saw a snake at the kitchen door?

7. Why hasn't Shingo been giving Kikuko an allowance?

8. What does Kikuko explain about the ringing of the bell for the anniversary celebration?

9. In Chapter 15, what does Yasuko find odd about the cherry tree?

10. What is Shingo's first dream in Chapter 12, Section 3?

(see the answer keys)

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