1. Why does Christopher tell Colonel Chamberlain that he doesn't think it will be necessary for him to go to England?
(a) Christopher tells Chamberlain his parents will return from a trip very soon.
(b) Christopher tells Chamberlain he is a detective and will solve the mystery of his parents' disappearance.
(c) Christopher tells Chamberlain the very best detectives are working on the case of his parents' disappearance.
(d) Christopher tells Chamberlain he can get on in Shanghai by himself.

2. How is the weather on the day Christopher "lowers his guard?"
(a) Sunny and windy.
(b) Hot and humid.
(c) Overcast.
(d) Cold and rainy.

3. What does Christopher think about the quality of his memory of the Shanghai garden?
(a) Christopher thinks his memory is highly accurate, despite all the years that have passed since he left Shanghai.
(b) Christopher thinks his memory is too simple, and the garden was probably far grander than he recalls.
(c) Christopher thinks his memory of the lawn is a child's vision, and the garden was in reality not so grand.
(d) Christopher is unsure if he is remembering his own garden or Akira's.

4. Where does Christopher keep his newspaper photograph of Wang Ku?
(a) In his scrapbook.
(b) In a cigar box.
(c) In his wallet.
(d) In his icebox.

5. What is the last thing Uncle Philip says to Christopher?
(a) I didn't want to hurt you.
(b) I want you to like me.
(c) I think you are very English.
(d) I love you.